🍖 Sticky BBQ Pork Ribs 

🧾 Ingredients

For the Ribs

• 1 kg (2 lbs) pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
• Salt and black pepper

For the Dry Rub

• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)

For the BBQ Sauce (Homemade)

• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp garlic (minced)
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ribs

1. Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F).
2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs (important for tenderness).
3. Pat ribs dry and season with salt and pepper.
4. Rub the dry spice mix evenly over both sides.

Step 2: Slow Cook (Tenderizing Stage)

1. Wrap ribs tightly in foil.
2. Bake for 2.5–3 hours until the meat becomes tender.

Step 3: Make the BBQ Sauce

1. In a saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients.
2. Simmer over low heat for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Taste and adjust (more honey for sweetness, vinegar for tang).

Step 4: Glaze & Caramelize

1. Remove ribs from foil and place on a baking tray.
2. Brush generously with BBQ sauce.
3. Increase oven temperature to 220°C (425°F) or switch to grill/broil mode.
4. Cook for 10–15 minutes, brushing more sauce until sticky and caramelized.

Step 5: Serve

1. Let ribs rest for 5 minutes.
2. Slice between bones.
3. Garnish with herbs (like rosemary or parsley if desired).

✨ Pro Tips

• Removing the membrane = ribs mềm chuẩn “fall-off-the-bone”.
• Low and slow is key for tenderness.
• Apply sauce at the end to avoid burning sugars.
• For extra smoky flavor, finish on a grill instead of oven.

🔥 Final Result

Tender, juicy ribs coated in a sticky, caramelized BBQ glaze with a smoky-sweet flavor — messy, bold, and absolutely addictive. Perfect for parties or weekend cooking vibes.