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Tender Whiskey BBQ Baby Back Ribs Recipe Easy Fall-Off-The-Bone Goodness

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These tender whiskey BBQ baby back ribs offer a perfect balance of sweet, smoky, and boozy flavors with meat so tender it falls off the bone. Easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings, this recipe delivers crowd-pleasing, flavorful ribs every time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks baby back ribs (about 3 pounds or 1.4 kg), trimmed of excess fat
  • ½ cup whiskey (120 ml), preferably smooth bourbon or rye
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (50 g), packed
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (240 ml), your favorite brand or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Optional garnish: fresh chopped parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Remove the thin membrane from the bone side of the ribs using a paper towel to grip and pull it off (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the dry rub.
  3. Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs, pressing it in with your fingers. Let the ribs sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  4. In a shallow dish, mix whiskey, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Place ribs in the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours in the fridge.
  5. Preheat grill for indirect heat at about 275°F (135°C) or oven to 300°F (150°C).
  6. Wrap ribs tightly in aluminum foil to trap moisture. Place on grill or in oven and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours until meat pulls back from bones.
  7. Remove ribs from foil and brush both sides with BBQ sauce. Return to grill or oven (uncovered) for 15-20 minutes to caramelize sauce, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Let ribs rest for 10 minutes before slicing between the bones to serve.

Notes

Remove the membrane for tender ribs. Cook low and slow wrapped in foil to lock in moisture. Apply BBQ sauce near the end to prevent burning. Use indirect heat on grill. Spritz with apple juice occasionally to keep moist. Marinate up to 2 hours for deeper flavor. Substitute whiskey with apple cider or white grape juice for alcohol-free version.

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