- Preparing the Dry Rub
Mix all dry rub ingredients until evenly combined. This blend will create a flavorful crust on the ribs.
- Seasoning the Ribs
Brush ribs lightly with olive oil, then coat generously with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat.
- Slow Grilling
Place ribs on the grill over indirect heat at low temperature (120-130°C). Cook for 2.5-3 hours until tender.
- Preparing the Glaze
Mix BBQ sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar. This creates a glossy, sticky finish.
- Caramelizing the Coating
Brush the glaze over the ribs and grill for another 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize.
- Calories:565 kcal%28%
- Protein:52.1 g%99%
- Carbohydrates:8.2 g%2%
- Fat:33.8 g%67%
- Sugar:7.7 g%7%
- Salt:1.3 g%19%
- Energy:2364 kJ%39%
BBQ Beef Ribs are a staple of American barbecue culture-tender, smoky, and coated in a sticky, caramelized glaze. Slow-cooked over low heat, the meat becomes incredibly soft, pulling cleanly from the bone while still retaining a juicy interior. The combination of a dry rub, slow grilling, and a final layer of BBQ sauce creates deep layers of flavor: sweet, smoky, savory, and slightly spicy. Perfect for outdoor gatherings and summer cookouts.
