Description
This fall-off-the-bone ribs recipe features tender, juicy country-style or baby back pork ribs marinated in a flavorful mixture of onion, garlic, mayonnaise, and spices, then slow-baked in the oven and finished with a delicious BBQ sauce glaze. The slow cooking ensures the ribs are succulent and packed with rich flavor, perfect for a comforting meal that serves 6 to 8 people.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 4 lbs Country Style Ribs, Baby Back Ribs, or Pork Spare Ribs
Marinade
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 medium head of pressed garlic
- 1 cup real mayonnaise
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp Mrs. Dash (or Vegeta, or Italian Seasoning)
- 2 bay leaves
Sauce
- 3/4 of a 16 oz bottle of your favorite BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: Preheat your oven to 350ËšF. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced onion, pressed garlic, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, Mrs. Dash or your preferred seasoning, and bay leaves to create a flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the Ribs: Add the ribs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight if you have the time, to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Bake the Ribs: Arrange the marinated ribs in your largest glass baking dish, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for 2 hours. This slow bake helps tenderize the ribs and infuse the marinade flavors.
- Finish with BBQ Sauce: After baking, carefully remove the dish from the oven and drain off any excess fat. Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over both the top and bottom of the ribs. Cover again with foil and bake for another 15 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 25 minutes if the ribs appear too juicy, ensuring a deliciously sticky finish.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the ribs overnight to maximize flavor absorption.
- Use a glass baking dish for even cooking and easy cleanup.
- Adjust the BBQ sauce amount to your taste preference or try different BBQ sauce varieties for unique flavors.
- Check ribs after the final baking time to avoid overcooking; the meat should be tender and fall off the bone easily.
- Drain excess fat to reduce greasiness and keep the ribs moist but not oily.
