Memorial Day BBQ Ribs
Memorial Day BBQ Ribs are the ultimate summer treat, bringing together family, laughter, and mouthwatering flavors. Picture tender pork ribs coated in a sweet and smoky barbecue glaze, slowly grilled to perfection. This recipe not only tantalizes your taste buds but also creates unforgettable memories around the grill. Perfect for any backyard gathering, these ribs promise to be the star of your next cookout.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork ribs (baby back or spare)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the pork ribs.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture generously over the ribs.
- Let the seasoned ribs sit for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 300°F). For added smokiness, soak wood chips in water and add them to the grill.
- Place ribs on the grill bone-side down. Cook slowly for 3-4 hours, basting with barbecue sauce during the final 30 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For maximum flavor, marinate the ribs overnight. Experiment with different spice blends or BBQ sauces to match your preferences. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days.