Chicken Free Honey & Ginger BBQ Pork Ribs
These slow-baked baby back ribs are the kind of recipe that makes the whole house smell incredible from the moment the spice rub hits the meat. A blend of smoked paprika, cumin, ground ginger, and turmeric coats every surface before the racks go into a tightly sealed foil packet, locking in moisture for a long, low bake that coaxes the meat into genuine tenderness. The homemade BBQ sauce is where things get really exciting — tomato paste, honey, apple cider vinegar, fresh ginger, and coconut aminos come together into a glossy, layered glaze that's sweet, tangy, and just a little smoky. A final blast at high heat caramelizes the sauce into those deep reddish-brown edges that make ribs look as good as they taste. Because everything is made from scratch with straightforward pantry ingredients, there's no need to scrutinize store-bought sauces or marinades for unwanted additions. Slice between the bones, drizzle with the reserved sauce, and finish with a scatter of fresh parsley for a platter that's genuinely impressive without being complicated.
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4 servings
For the ribs
- 2 racks baby back pork ribs (about 4 lb total)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
For the BBQ sauce
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup water
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with two layers of aluminum foil, leaving enough overhang on all sides to wrap the ribs into a sealed packet.
- 2
Flip each rack of ribs bone-side up. Slide a butter knife under the thin membrane at one end of the rack, grip it with a paper towel, and pull it off in one piece — removing it allows the rub to penetrate and the meat to become tender.
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