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Honey Glazed BBQ Ribs Recipe Easy 5-Step Dry Rub for Perfect Flavor

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This recipe delivers tender, flavorful pork ribs with a smoky dry rub crust and a sticky, sweet honey glaze. Perfect for backyard gatherings or a comforting meal with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds baby back or spare pork ribs, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/4 cup (85 g) raw wildflower honey
  • 2 tablespoons (25 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon (7 g) smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon (2.8 g) garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (2.4 g) onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon (2.7 g) chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon (6 g) kosher salt or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) apple cider vinegar (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs by sliding a knife under it and pulling it off with a paper towel. Trim any excess fat.
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Pat ribs dry with paper towels. Rub all over with olive oil, then coat generously with the dry rub mixture, pressing it into the meat. Let rest 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Place ribs bone side down on a foil-lined baking sheet or roasting pan. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender and meat pulls away from bones.
  5. While ribs cook, whisk together honey and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Remove foil, brush ribs with honey glaze, and bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes until glaze bubbles and caramelizes. Optionally, brush a second layer of glaze during the last 5 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Remove the membrane for tender ribs. Cook low and slow to break down connective tissue. Wrap ribs tightly in foil to keep moisture. Apply honey glaze only at the end to avoid burning. Let ribs rest 5-10 minutes before slicing. For extra sticky ribs, apply a second glaze layer during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

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