Forktionary

Moms Best Barbecued Ribs Recipe

Unlock the secret to unbelievably tender, mouthwatering barbecue ribs! This recipe, inspired by cherished Sunday memories, delivers fall-off-the-bone perfection. Whether you prefer classic regular ribs, succulent baby backs, or hearty country-style ribs, this method guarantees amazing results. The rich, homemade barbecue sauce simmers to perfection, creating a flavor explosion that will have your family begging for more. Get ready for a taste of pure comfort food heaven!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 61.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
Moms Best Barbecued Ribs 15

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moms Best Barbecued Ribs

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this Moms Best Barbecued Ribs? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make Moms Best Barbecued Ribs

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Cut the ribs into sections of 3 or 4 ribs each.
  3. Place ribs on a rack in a roasting pan. Pour 1 cup of boiling water into the bottom of the pan.
  4. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 hours.
  5. While ribs bake, prepare the sauce: Melt 1/2 cup margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Add 1 medium chopped onion and simmer until tender but not browned (about 5-7 minutes).
  7. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) bottle of ketchup.
  8. In a separate bowl, whisk together: 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional).
  9. Add the dry ingredient mixture to the ketchup mixture, stirring constantly until the brown sugar is dissolved and the mixture comes to a boil.
  10. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
  11. Remove ribs from the oven and place them on a large foil-lined baking sheet.
  12. Brush both sides of the ribs generously with the barbecue sauce.
  13. Increase oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
  14. Return ribs to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and the ribs are glistening.
  15. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Pork Recipes The Americas American Southern Fall Recipes Holiday Recipes Game Day Recipes Grilling & Bbq Baking

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Sauces Condiments Etc Pork Savory Sauces Meat Pork Ribs 4 Hours Or Less