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Flavorful Smoky Chipotle BBQ Baby Back Ribs Easy 5-Step Recipe with Honey Glaze

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These smoky chipotle BBQ baby back ribs feature a perfect balance of smoky heat and sweet honey glaze, delivering tender, flavorful ribs in just 5 simple steps.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks baby back ribs (approximately 2–2.5 pounds / 900–1150 grams), trimmed of excess fat and membrane removed
  • 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1/3 cup honey (about 113 grams), preferably raw or wildflower
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the ribs (10 minutes): Remove the silver skin membrane from the back of the baby back ribs using a sharp knife and paper towel for grip. Pat ribs dry with paper towels.
  2. Make the spice rub (5 minutes): In a mixing bowl, combine smoked paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Season the ribs (5 minutes): Brush both sides of the ribs with olive oil, then rub the spice mix generously all over.
  4. Wrap and roast low and slow (1 hour 45 minutes): Place ribs meat-side up on a large piece of aluminum foil. Wrap tightly and roast in a preheated oven at 275°F (135°C) for 1 hour 45 minutes.
  5. Make and apply the honey chipotle glaze (10 minutes): Stir together minced chipotle peppers in adobo, honey, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice. Unwrap ribs and brush glaze all over both sides. Return to oven uncovered at 425°F (220°C) for 10-15 minutes until glaze caramelizes and gets sticky.

Notes

If ribs dry out during roasting, add a small pan of water to the oven to create steam. For extra smoky flavor, finish under broiler for 2-3 minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning glaze. Let ribs rest 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices. Glaze can be prepared a day ahead and stored in fridge.

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Keywords: BBQ ribs, chipotle ribs, baby back ribs, honey glaze, smoky ribs, barbecue, easy ribs recipe, smoky chipotle, slow roasted ribs

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