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Turkey Ribs

Tender, juicy turkey ribs slathered in smoky barbecue sauce and caramelized to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds turkey ribs
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce

Equipment

  • Large baking dish or roasting pan
  • Aluminum foil
  • Basting brush
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Remove the membrane from the back of the turkey ribs.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  4. Rub the spice mixture generously over the turkey ribs.
  5. Place the seasoned ribs in a large baking dish or roasting pan lined with aluminum foil.
  6. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1.5 hours.
  7. Remove the foil and baste the ribs with barbecue sauce.
  8. Return the ribs to the oven uncovered and bake for an additional 30 minutes.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the ribs marinate with the spice rub in the fridge for a few hours or overnight before cooking.