Costco Baby Back Ribs Recipe
The Costco Baby Back Ribs Recipe is a simple way to enjoy restaurant-style ribs at home. These ribs are tender, juicy and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby back ribs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional for spice
- ½ cup barbecue sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp brown sugar optional for sweetness
Instructions
Prepare the Ribs
- Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs. This helps make them tender. Pat the ribs dry with a paper towel.
Make the Dry Rub
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, black pepper, salt and cayenne. Stir until evenly combined.
Apply Olive Oil
- Brush both sides of the ribs lightly with olive oil. This helps the spices stick and keeps the meat moist.
Rub the Spices
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the ribs. Make sure every inch is coated with flavor.
Wrap in Foil
- Place the ribs on a large sheet of aluminum foil. Wrap them tightly to keep steam inside. This keeps the meat tender while cooking.
Bake the Ribs
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake the foil-wrapped ribs for 2 hours. Low heat makes the ribs soft and juicy.
Add Barbecue Sauce
- Remove ribs from the oven. Open the foil carefully. Brush barbecue sauce over the ribs. Add brown sugar for a caramelized finish if desired.
Broil or Grill
- Place ribs under the broiler for 5–7 minutes or on a hot grill. Watch carefully so the sauce does not burn.
Rest the Ribs
- Remove the ribs and let them rest for 5 minutes. This helps the juices stay inside.
Slice and Serve
- Use a sharp knife to slice between the bones. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Remove the silver skin for more tender ribs.
- Cook slowly at low heat for best results.
- Brush sauce at the end to prevent burning.
- Use a mix of spices for balanced flavor.
- Let ribs rest before slicing for juicy meat.