BBQ Country-Style Pork Ribs are meaty & full of flavor. Easily prepped and only 3 ingredients. Made in the crockpot or oven. Try them today!
This delicious Pork Recipe is a classic favorite made in the oven or slow cooker. Just like my Ultimate Oven Barbecue Ribs and Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs, just prep them and let the oven do the work!
Why You’ll Love These BBQ Ribs?
- Great flavor with minimal prep work and only a few ingredients.
- Perfect for serving guest when you want something impressive, yet simple.
Sabrina’s BBQ Country-Style Pork Ribs Recipe
These melt-in-your-mouth pork ribs make the perfect main dish for a big family dinner or the next time you’re hosting the game day party. Just because it’s getting too cold to grill doesn’t mean you can’t make amazing BBQ Pork Ribs. My oven recipe for ribs is just as mouthwatering and finger-licking good as a smoked version, plus you can also make them in the slow cooker! You’ll love how easy it is to get fork-tender, smokey pork with just a simple spice rub, an oven and your favorite BBQ sauce.
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Ingredients
- 8 country-style pork ribs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups BBQ Sauce , recipe
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Season ribs with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Place on the baking sheet. Make sure the ribs are not touching.
- Bake for 2 hours, drain excess grease (carefully) from the pan to a safe heatproof bowl.
- Brush barbecue sauce all over the ribs.
- Bake for 1 hour.
- For Slow Cooker, season ribs then cover in sauce and cook on low for 8-9 hours.
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Sabrina’s Tips
If you are making these ribs to serve a large crowd, I suggest making a double batch (you can calculate about 2 ribs per person). When cooking two trays at a time, I recommend adding an additional 15 minutes to your cooking time. Rotate the trays in the oven to allow each batch to cook evenly.
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About this Recipe
BBQ Country Style Pork Ribs are full of delicious BBQ flavor, and so tender they fall right off the bone. Made using pork ribs should rather than your traditional beef ribs, giving you a meatier cut that has more marbling making them juicy while also giving you more meat for your money. Easily prep your ribs using a dry rub, let them bake in the oven, and finally cover them in BBQ sauce. These crowd pleasing ribs are going to be more talked about then the game playing on the TV, they are that good!
Ingredients
- Ribs: 8 ribs (about 2-3lbs), I like to estimate 2 ribs per person. You can use either boneless or bone in.
- Dry Rub: Using dry rub during the prepping of your ribs is going to give them more flavor even after the BBQ has been licked off your fingers. Letting the ribs absorb the dry rub at least two hours before cooking seasons the meat and lets you get creative with the flavor pallet.
- BBQ Sauce: You can use any store bought BBQ Sauce or try my Homemade BBQ Sauce. When saucing your ribs, you want to make sure the sauce is warm so don’t go straight from the fridge to the oven.
Can these be made ahead of time?
Yes, prepping your ribs ahead of time will give them more time to absorb the flavors of the dry rub. I like to prep the ribs the night before, make sure to keep them covered and place them in the fridge overnight. Once you are ready to make them, just remove any foil or plastic wrap and toss them in the even. While they are cooking, this frees up more of your time to make other dishes or entertain guest. Then slather them with BBQ sauce and watch them disappear from the serving tray.
Cooking Tips & Tricks
- When you are flipping your ribs, it is best to use tongs. Using a fork to turn them can pierce the meat and cause the juices to seep out making them dry.
- When saucing your ribs, I like to use a silicone brush. This helps spread the sauce evenly on your ribs and they are dishwasher safe.
- When you are removing your ribs from the oven, be careful not to splash any of the hot liquid from the bottom of the pan.
Pairing Suggestions
These ribs are perfect for a game day party or when your craving BBQ during the winter and the grill is tucked away for the season. Pair with classic sides like Southern Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Potato Salad and some delicious Bacon Mac and Cheese. Don’t forget about dessert! Try my Chocolate Texas Sheet Cake to finish off your meal.
How to Store
- Serve: Don’t leave ribs out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours. Keeping them covered will prevent them from drying out.
- Store: Leftover ribs will stay good in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make sure to keep them covered tightly in tin foil. To reheat, preheat the oven to 300 degrees and cook until warm. You may need to use some extra sauce to keep them from drying out.
- Freeze: Ribs can be kept in the freezer for up to 2 months. Tightly wrap them in tin foil and plastic wrap to prevent freezer burn. Take them out the night before serving and allow them to thaw in the fridge.
Ideas to Serve
I love serving these ribs when hosting a game day party. Your guest will love these saucy ribs to go along with all the snacks and appetizers you are serving. I like serving Bacon Jalapeno Poppers, Pigs In A Blanket and Artichoke Dip along with a tray of veggies for guest to pick at during the game. Check out 75+ Super Bowl Recipes for your game day menu. The more snacks you have out, the more chances your team is to win!
Alternative Cooking Techniques
Slow Cooker Method
- Place your ribs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Add in your dry rub and other seasonings.
- Add your favorite BBQ sauce and a half cup of broth over the top.
- Cook on Low for 8-9 hours or High for 4-6.
Grilling Method
- Heat up the grill until it reaches 350 degrees.
- Grill your ribs over the direct heat until the reach a golden brown color (about 3-5 minutes each side).
- Move your ribs to the cooler rack of the grill and let them cool for an additional 20-30 minutes.
- Baste your ribs with your BBQ throughout the last 20-30 minutes. Be sure to flip them over to allow the sauce to cover them fully.
- When your ribs internal temperature has reached 145-150, they are ready to enjoy!
Frequent Questions
Don’t let the name deceive you. Pork ribs are not actually ribs but instead are from the pork shoulder that are a similar shape to ribs. Since they are almost boneless, using this cut gives you more meat and generally cost less than your traditional rack of ribs.
Yes, you will want to keep them covered in tin foil for about 2 hours. Remove the foil once you begin adding your BBQ sauce.
Variations
- Dry Rub: Let your flavor palette be your guide. The base of your dry rub should consist of salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, but feel free to get creative and add on seasonings like brown sugar for more sweetness or paprika for a more earthy flavor.
- Spice: Kick up the heat by adding Chili powder, Cayenne pepper or some red pepper flakes for some added spice. You can also make two batches of one spicy and one not for your guest that like a more traditional BBQ flavor.
- BBQ Sauce: You can use your favorite store bought sauce and add a variety of flavors. I suggest using a classic flavor or one with smoke to give them more of the summer BBQ taste. For an added kick, try making my Buffalo Wing Sauce to coat your ribs.
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Do you think the extra sugar in the honey might burn at 250 degrees during that last hour, or should I wait until the last 30 minutes to brush it on?
It will not burn at 250 degrees, so you’ll be good to go.