COOK TIME: 2.5–3 hours (oven) or ~2 hours (grill) | SERVES: 4–6 | PREP TIME: 15 MIN
Ingredients:
- 2 full racks of pork back ribs (approx. 3–4 lbs)
- 2–3 tbsp BBQ Bodega Sweet Heat spice blend
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar or apple juice (for moisture while cooking)
- Optional: ½ cup of your favorite BBQ sauce (for finishing glaze)
Instructions:
- Prep the Ribs:
- Remove the silver skin from the bone side of the ribs.
- Rub the ribs with olive oil for moisture and adhesion.
2. Apply the Spice Blend:
- Generously coat both sides of the ribs with Sweet Heat spice blend.
- Let sit for 15–30 minutes (or cover and refrigerate up to overnight for deeper flavor).
3. Cooking Options:
Oven-Baked Method:
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Wrap ribs in foil (add a splash of apple cider vinegar/juice inside each packet).
- Bake on a sheet tray for 2.5 hours.
- Optional: Unwrap, brush with BBQ sauce, and broil on high for 3–5 mins for caramelization.
Grill Method (Indirect Heat):
- Set grill to 275–300°F and set up for indirect cooking.
- Place ribs on the cooler side of the grill.
- Cook for 2 hours, spritzing with apple juice every 30 mins.
- Finish over direct heat, brushing with BBQ sauce if desired, for a nice glaze.
Serving Suggestion:
Serve with cornbread, coleslaw, or grilled corn on the cob.