The Secret to PERFECT Ribs in the OVEN (Juicy and Delicious Oven Baked BBQ Ribs Recipe)
About this recipe
These oven-baked BBQ ribs are all about achieving that fall-off-the-bone tenderness without needing a grill or smoker. Perfect for those chilly days when you still crave that smoky flavor, this recipe uses a few clever techniques to ensure your ribs come out juicy and flavorful.
Mr. Make It Happen shares his go-to method for making ribs in the oven, combining a low and slow cooking process with a delicious homemade BBQ sauce that packs a punch. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these mouthwatering ribs!
Ingredient notes
- You can use either baby back or spare ribs for this recipe.
- For the liquid in the foil wrap, you can substitute beer with chicken or veggie stock, apple juice, or pineapple juice.
Tips from Mr. Make It Happen’s video
- Removing the membrane from the ribs is optional, but it helps the seasoning penetrate better and results in more tender meat.
- Using yellow mustard as a binder for the seasoning helps create a nice bark on the ribs. If you don't have mustard, olive oil or hot sauce can work as substitutes.
- Wrapping the ribs in foil during cooking helps to steam them, making them tender and juicy.
Good to know
- How long do I cook the ribs in the oven?
- Cook the ribs uncovered at 275°F for about 2.5 hours, then wrap them in foil and cook for an additional 1.5 hours.
- What should I do if I want the ribs to fall off the bone?
- If you want the ribs to fall off the bone, you can cook them a little longer after unwrapping them.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Mr. Make It Happen: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Trim excess fat from the ribs using a sharp knife.
- 2
Remove the membrane from the ribs (optional). Use a knife or spoon to get it started, then grip with a paper towel to pull it off.
- 3
Add a little liquid smoke to the ribs for flavor.
- 4
Spread about 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard on the ribs as a binder for the seasoning.
- 5
Sprinkle All-Purpose Seasoning and your favorite BBQ rub on both sides of the ribs.
- 6
Place the ribs in the oven at 275°F (135°C) for about 2.5 hours, uncovered.
- 7
After 2.5 to 3 hours, wrap the ribs in foil. Add a few tablespoons of butter, brown sugar, honey, and your choice of liquid (beer, broth, etc.) inside the foil with the ribs, meat side down.
- 8
Seal the foil tightly and return the ribs to the oven for about 1.5 hours.
- 9
To make the BBQ sauce, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan, then add 1/2 cup of brown sugar and 1 cup of ketchup.
- 10
Add a few dashes of liquid smoke, the juice from the chipotles in adobo, and 1/4 cup of honey to the saucepan. Mix well over medium-low heat.
- 11
Add molasses to the sauce and mix until combined. Adjust sweetness and seasoning to taste.
- 12
After the ribs have cooked wrapped, check for tenderness. If they are tender, remove them from the foil and brush with the BBQ sauce.
- 13
Return the sauced ribs to the oven at 325°F (163°C) to caramelize the sauce for a few minutes before serving.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- Estimated 1 slab of ribs based on typical serving size for 4 people.
- Estimated 4 hours total time based on cooking and preparation steps.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Mr. Make It Happen’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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