BBQ Pork Ribs

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Learn how to make the best BBQ pork ribs on the grill with my BBQ Pork Ribs Recipe! They're fall-off-the-bone tender and so juicy!

Prep Time10

Cook Time1 15

Total Time1 25

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baby Back Ribs on Grill, BBQ Pork ribs, grilled pork ribs, grilling pork ribs

Servings: servings

Calories: 495kcal

See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!

Starting the night before, set the ribs on a large rimmed baking sheet and rub them all over with rib rub, making sure to pat the rub down. Refrigerate the ribs overnight.
2 lbs Baby back ribs, ¼ cup Rib dry rub
Remove the ribs from the fridge so they can come to room temperature. In the meanwhile, clean the grill grates very well, and heat the grill to medium heat or about 300°F.
Once warmed, place the ribs on the grill and close the lid. Let cook for 1 hour, checking every 20 minutes for uneven cooking.
After 1 hour, mix the BBQ sauce and garlic powder, then brush it liberally on the ribs on all sides.
1 cup BBQ sauce, 1 Tablespoon Garlic powder
Set the heat to low, shut the grill, and cook for 15 more minutes.
Take the ribs off the grill and set them on a large cutting board to rest for 15 minutes. Then use a sharp knife to cut each rib between the bones. Serve, with additional BBQ as desired!

When you're grilling ribs, you don't need to worry about removing the membrane. This cooking method renders it so tender and soft that it will never be a problem.
Make sure to rub in the dry rub very well! You want it worked into the meat so it infuses it with flavor as it cooks.
If you're using a gas grill, check the propane before starting the grill. It cooks for an hour, so don't run out halfway!
Don't add the BBQ too early. The high temperature of the grill can easily burn the sugars and nobody wants charred sauce!
It's tempting to serve up the ribs right away, but always let them rest at least 15 minutes. Skipping the rest period means the meat will quickly dry out when served.