🍖 Sticky BBQ Pork Ribs (Oven + Glaze Finish)

✨ Overview

These ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender with a thick, glossy BBQ glaze.
👉 Technique: slow oven roast + final caramelization
👉 Result: juicy inside, sticky outside

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

Ribs

• 800 g pork ribs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder

BBQ Sauce (Homemade)

• 120 ml ketchup
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp mustard
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 clove garlic (minced)

🔥 Instructions

🧂 Step 1: Season

• Pat ribs dry
• Rub with salt + pepper + spices
• Let sit 20–30 minutes

🔥 Step 2: Slow Cook (Key Step)

1. Wrap ribs tightly in foil
2. Bake at 150°C (300°F)
3. Cook for 2.5–3 hours

👉 This breaks down collagen → ultra tender

🍯 Step 3: Make Sauce

• Combine all sauce ingredients
• Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thick

🔥 Step 4: Glaze & Finish

1. Remove foil
2. Brush ribs generously with sauce
3. Bake uncovered at 200°C (400°F) for 10–15 mins
4. Optional: broil 2–3 mins for caramelization

🔪 Step 5: Serve

• Slice between bones
• Brush extra sauce
• Garnish with parsley

⚡ Pro Tips

• Remove membrane from back of ribs → more tender
• Double glaze (2 layers) for extra sticky finish
• Add liquid smoke for stronger BBQ flavor
• Rest ribs 5 minutes before cutting

🍽 Flavor Profile

• Meat → rich, juicy
• Sauce → sweet, smoky, tangy
• Texture → soft + slightly charred edges

👉 Classic comfort food with strong crowd appeal

💥 Upgrade Ideas

• Add chili flakes → spicy kick
• Use bourbon in sauce → deeper flavor
• Grill instead of oven for smoky char
• Serve with coleslaw or mashed potatoes