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Savory BBQ Bourbon Glazed Ribs Recipe Easy Sticky Sweet Glaze Guide

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Tender pork baby back ribs glazed with a sticky sweet bourbon-infused sauce that balances smoky, sweet, and savory flavors for a crowd-pleasing BBQ dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 2–3 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • About 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. Remove the silver skin membrane from the back of each rack of ribs.
  3. Generously sprinkle salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder over both sides of the ribs and rub in gently but thoroughly.
  4. Place each rack on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Drizzle olive oil over the ribs, then wrap tightly to seal in steam.
  5. Place the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  6. While ribs bake, combine bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices in a medium saucepan. Whisk over medium heat until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly, about 8-10 minutes.
  7. Remove ribs from oven, unwrap carefully, and brush a generous layer of glaze over the ribs.
  8. Set oven to broil on high and place ribs under the broiler for 3-5 minutes until glaze bubbles and caramelizes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  9. Let ribs rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing between the bones and serving.

Notes

Remove the silver skin membrane for better glaze penetration and tenderness. Cook ribs low and slow at 275°F for best results. Watch closely when broiling to avoid burning the glaze. The glaze can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days. For grill method, cook ribs wrapped in foil over indirect heat for 2-3 hours, then glaze and finish over coals or flame. Variations include adding cayenne pepper for spice or substituting bourbon with apple juice for a non-alcoholic version.

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