Black Folks Soul Food BBQ Ribs Recipe
This recipe for BBQ ribs captures the heart of traditional soul food. The ribs are seasoned with a blend of spices and slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender, flavorful meat that falls right off the bone. Finished with a homemade BBQ sauce, this dish is perfect for family gatherings or a weekend cookout.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 aluminum foil
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 saucepan
- 1 brush for applying sauce
- 1 meat thermometer
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork ribs
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleaning.
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. This will be your dry rub.
- Pat the pork ribs dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs.
- Place the seasoned ribs on the prepared baking sheet and cover them tightly with aluminum foil.
- Bake the ribs in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
- While the ribs are baking, prepare the BBQ sauce by mixing the BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
- After 2 hours of baking, remove the ribs from the oven and carefully remove the foil.
- Brush a generous amount of the BBQ sauce over the ribs and return them to the oven, uncovered. Increase the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes, brushing with more sauce halfway through the cooking time.
- Check the ribs for doneness; the meat should be tender and easily pulled away from the bone. If desired, you can finish them on the grill for a smoky flavor.
- Remove the ribs from the oven and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving with extra BBQ sauce on the side.
Notes
You can adjust the spice levels to your preference by adding more or less cayenne pepper. Serve the ribs with classic sides such as coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans for a complete soul food experience.