Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with these irresistible Barbecued Orange Country Style Ribs! Imagine tender, juicy meat infused with a perfect blend of tangy orange juice and rich barbecue sauce, falling off the bone with each delectable bite. Whether you're a grill master or a home cooking enthusiast, this recipe promises to elevate your meal from mundane to magnificent, bringing restaurant-quality flavor right to your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 2 hrs
Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds country style ribs
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ribs by patting them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season the ribs generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, ensuring even coverage on all sides of the meat.
- Preheat your barbecue grill or oven to 325°F (165°C), setting up for indirect heat if using a grill.
- Place the seasoned ribs in a large baking dish or aluminum foil pan.
- Pour the orange juice over the ribs, making sure they are partially covered with liquid.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to create a sealed environment for slow cooking.
- Cook the ribs for approximately 2 hours, or until the meat becomes tender and starts to pull away from the bones.
- Remove the foil and brush the ribs generously with barbecue sauce.
- Return the ribs to the heat and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the sauce to caramelize and create a sticky glaze.
- Remove from heat and let the ribs rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
- Slice and serve hot, with additional barbecue sauce on the side if desired.
Tips
- Pat the ribs completely dry before seasoning to ensure maximum flavor absorption and better caramelization.
- Use indirect heat to prevent burning and create consistently tender meat.
- Don't rush the cooking process - low and slow is the key to incredibly tender ribs.
- For extra flavor, consider marinating the ribs in the orange juice and seasonings for 2-4 hours before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 145°F for safe consumption.
- Let the ribs rest after cooking to allow the juices to redistribute, guaranteeing maximum moisture and flavor.
- If you don't have a grill, this recipe works perfectly in the oven with similar cooking techniques.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 35g
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 120mg
