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emeril lagasse baby back ribs recipe

Emeril Lagasse Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Are you ready to learn how to make Emeril Lagasse's baby back ribs?
This recipe brings the richness of Southern BBQ right to your kitchen, ensuring tender rib meat that practically falls off the bone.
You'll be working with a spice blend to add a kick before the ribs are slowly roasted to perfection.
I recommend basting the ribs every 30 minutes for that extra layer of flavor and to keep them juicy.
What I'm obsessed with is how mouthwatering the sauce gets as it caramelizes during roasting!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time3 hours 15 minutes
Total Time3 hours 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Baby Back Ribs
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 275°F.
  • This low temperature will help cook the ribs slowly, making them tender.
  • Use this time to prepare the ribs.
  • Mix salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
  • Rub this savory mix all over the ribs, ensuring they’re completely coated.
  • Wrap the ribs in aluminum foil and place them on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 3 hours or until the meat is tender and pulling away from the bone.
  • Remove the ribs from the oven, open the foil, and generously brush them with barbecue sauce.
  • Return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 15 minutes to let the sauce thicken.
  • Slice the ribs into individual portions and serve them with your favorite sides.
  • Enjoy the rich flavors at home!