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Delicious Labor Day BBQ ribs, perfectly grilled with a smoky crust

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This recipe offers a quick and easy method for preparing delicious BBQ ribs, perfect for your Labor Day celebration. It focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal effort, ensuring tender and juicy results every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ribs
  • 2 racks Pork Ribs Spare Ribs or Baby Back Ribs
Dry Rub
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper Optional, for heat
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste
BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup Your favorite BBQ sauce

Equipment

  • Oven or Smoker
  • Small Bowl
  • Basting Brush
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven or smoker to 250°F (120°C). Then, pat the ribs dry with paper towels and remove the membrane from the back of each rack.
  2. In a small bowl, combine all the dry rub ingredients. Generously apply the rub to both sides of the ribs, ensuring full coverage.
Cooking
  1. Place the rubbed ribs directly on the oven rack or smoker grates. Cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 190-203°F (88-95°C) and the meat is tender.
  2. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the ribs with your favorite BBQ sauce. Apply another layer of sauce every 10-15 minutes until a nice glaze forms.
Resting and Serving
  1. Once cooked, remove the ribs from the oven or smoker and let them rest for 10-15 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in more tender ribs.
  2. Slice the ribs between the bones and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious Labor Day BBQ Ribs!

Notes

For extra flavor, you can prepare the dry rub a day in advance and let the ribs marinate in the refrigerator overnight. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper according to your spice preference. If using a smoker, consider adding wood chips like apple or hickory for enhanced smoky flavor.