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April 29, 2025

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Fall-off-the-bone barbecue pork ribs with a subtle beer flavor bake right in the oven. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.

Beer Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs
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Beer Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Ingredients

Servings
Milk and 3 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Preheat the oven to 250°F.
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Position a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan. Pour the full bottle of beer into the pan. Set aside.
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Season the pork ribs liberally with salt and black pepper on both sides.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, paprika, and garlic powder.
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Using a spoon and clean hands, pat the sugar and spice rub evenly onto both sides of the ribs.
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Place the ribs meat side up on the roasting rack. Cover the pan entirely with a large sheet of aluminum foil. Crimp the foil tightly around the edges of the pan so that no steam can escape.
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Roast the ribs on middle rack of the oven until they reach an internal temperature of 180°F and are very tender, 2 1/2-3 hours.
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Remove the roasting pan from the oven.
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Very carefully remove the foil from the pan. Spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the top of the ribs.
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Set the oven to broil. Broil the ribs on the top rack of oven until the barbecue sauce starts to caramelize, 4-5 minutes. Keep a close eye on the ribs to ensure they do not burn.
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Check to see that ribs are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the ribs to cool for 3-4 minutes on the roasting rack. Transfer the ribs to a cutting board. With a sharp knife, cut the ribs into desired portions, and serve immediately. Serve with additional barbecue sauce, if desired.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Beer Selection Matters 🍺
    Choose a darker beer like a stout or porter to enhance the depth of flavor in the ribs' braising liquid.
  • Membrane Removal Technique 🔪
    Always remove the tough back membrane before seasoning to ensure tender, easy-to-eat ribs that absorb flavor more effectively.
  • Low and Slow Magic 🕰️
    Bake ribs at a consistent 275°F for 2.5-3 hours to achieve that coveted fall-off-the-bone texture without drying out the meat.
  • Sauce Layering Trick 🖌️
    Apply barbecue sauce in thin layers during the last 30 minutes of cooking to prevent burning and create a perfect caramelized glaze.
  • Foil Wrap Moisture Seal 🔒
    Wrap ribs in aluminum foil during initial cooking to trap moisture and create incredibly tender meat before final glazing.

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