Ingredients for Applebee's Style Baby Back Ribs
- 2 racks baby back pork ribs (about 2 1/2 lbs each)
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup apple juice
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How to Make Applebee's Style Baby Back Ribs
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Rub the spice mixture generously all over the ribs.
- Place the ribs in a large roasting pan or baking dish.
- Pour the apple juice and BBQ sauce over the ribs, ensuring they are coated evenly.
- Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake for 2 hours.
- Remove the aluminum foil and continue baking for another 30 minutes, or until the ribs are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
65 g
Sugar
133g
Fat
43g
Carbs
12g