Ingredients and Weight:
- 4 pounds pork baby back ribs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons dry mustard
- 2 tablespoons onion powder
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
2-3 hours
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the grill to medium-low (300-350°F).
- In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, paprika, cumin, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, and salt.
- Remove the ribs from the refrigerator and pat them dry.
- Rub the ribs liberally with the spice mixture.
- Place the ribs on the grill grate and cook for 2-3 hours, turning occasionally, or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
- Brush the ribs with apple cider vinegar and barbecue sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Let the ribs rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
One serving (1/2 pound ribs) contains:
- Calories: 800
- Protein: 60 grams
- Fat: 50 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and savory
- Tender and fall-off-the-bone
- Perfect for a summer barbecue or party
User Comments:
- "These ribs were amazing! The spice rub was flavorful and the meat was so tender."
- "I loved the slightly sweet and tangy sauce."
- "I made these for my husband's birthday and he couldn't stop raving about them."
- "The ribs were easy to prepare and turned out perfectly on the grill."
- "I've tried many different rib recipes, but these are hands-down the best."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have baby back ribs, you can use spare ribs instead. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly (spare ribs will take longer to cook).
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the ribs are cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F.
- If you don't have apple cider vinegar, you can substitute white wine vinegar or rice vinegar.
