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Costillas Recipe

Tender, juicy ribs that practically fall off the bone, slathered in a rich, sticky sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds pork ribs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Grill or oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
  5. Place the ribs on a large baking sheet and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake the wrapped ribs in the preheated oven for 2 hours.
  7. After baking, remove the ribs and carefully unwrap them.
  8. Brush a generous layer of barbecue sauce on both sides.
  9. For a crispy finish, grill the ribs for about 5-10 minutes or broil them in the oven.
  10. Let the ribs rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

These ribs are perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family meals.