Sticky Honey Chipotle Barbecue Ribs 🍖✨

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  Sticky Honey Chipotle Barbecue Ribs 🍖✨

Ingredients:

• For the ribs:

  • 2 racks of baby back ribs (about 3 lbs total)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

• For the honey chipotle barbecue sauce:

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped (adjust for desired heat level)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp ground cumin

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the ribs:

   • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
   • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better tenderness (use a knife to lift it and pull it off with a paper towel for grip).
   • Rub the ribs with olive oil, then season generously with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Cook the ribs (low and slow):

   • Place the ribs on a large baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2½ to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bones.

3. Make the barbecue sauce:

   • While the ribs are baking, combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat.
   • Stir and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Adjust the sweetness or heat to taste.

4. Finish the ribs on the grill or broiler:

   • Preheat your grill to medium heat or set your oven to broil.
   • Brush the cooked ribs generously with the honey chipotle barbecue sauce. Grill or broil for 5-7 minutes, turning and basting occasionally, until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.

5. Serve:

   • Cut the ribs into portions and serve with extra barbecue sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.

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Optional Sides:

• Creamy coleslaw
• Grilled corn on the cob
• Garlic mashed potatoes
• Cornbread

Pro Tips:

• For extra smoky flavor, cook the ribs entirely on a charcoal or wood pellet grill at 225°F for 4-5 hours.
• Add a splash of bourbon to the barbecue sauce for a bold twist.