What's more perfect on a summer day than a slab of perfectly cooked ribs? Nothing! Here's the most delicious BBQ ribs recipes from Taste of Home readers.
Our 30 Best BBQ Ribs Recipes
Updated on Sep. 05, 2024
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How to Grill Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I first marinate each rack of ribs, then add a zesty rub before grilling them. They always turn out moist and flavorful. —Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 647 calories, 41g fat (13g saturated fat), 123mg cholesterol, 2345mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 1g fiber), 37g protein.
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Big John’s Chili-Rubbed Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When my family thinks of summer grilling, it's ribs all the way. Our Asian-inspired recipe is a welcome change from the usual barbecue-sauce versions. —Ginger Sullivan, Cutler Bay, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 486 calories, 26g fat (9g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 1543mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein.
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Asian Barbecued Short Ribs
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here in beef country, we find all sorts of different ways to serve beef. A former boss of mine, who owned a midwestern meat plant, gave me this recipe. It was an immediate hit with my family! The soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, ginger and other seasonings make a terrific barbecue sauce for the ribs.
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 240 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 854mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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Smoked Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The gorgeous crisp bark and trademark pink smoke ring on these ribs will wow your friends and family. A generous splash of tangy apple cider added during the smoking process helps to make them super tender. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounces cooked pork: 639 calories, 42g fat (15g saturated fat), 163mg cholesterol, 2037mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 1g fiber), 45g protein.
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Peach-Glazed Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a fruity alternative to the usual barbecue sauce for ribs, try this slightly spicy recipe at your next picnic. The peaches add just the right touch of sweetness and a lovely color to this special sauce. —Sharon Taylor, Columbia, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 568 calories, 40g fat (13g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 930mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein.
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Country-Style Barbecue Ribs
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These get a good sear under the broiler, then go into the slow cooker to become fall-apart tender. Enjoy them with great sides, or shredded on a bun. Either way, they’re the most amazing ribs you’ll ever have. —Shannon Copley, Upper Arlington, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 393 calories, 17g fat (6g saturated fat), 105mg cholesterol, 1098mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
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Sweet Horseradish Glazed Ribs
Total Time
2 hours 25 min
Servings
8 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like to prep ahead of camping, roast these ribs, wrap them and finish with a sweet, savory sauce at your campfire or grill. —Ralph Jones, San Diego, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 690 calories, 42g fat (15g saturated fat), 163mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 45g protein.
8/30
Pressure-Cooker Memphis-Style Ribs
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After my dad and I had dinner at the legendary Rendezvous restaurant, I was inspired to create my own version of tasty dry-rub Memphis ribs. Smoked paprika in the rub mimics the flavor the ribs would get from grilling over hot coals. —Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 509 calories, 35g fat (13g saturated fat), 136mg cholesterol, 1137mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 38g protein.
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Kansas City-Style Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family recipe for ribs has evolved to near perfection. These country-style beauties are a legend in our close circle. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 rib: 453 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 452mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
11/30
Crazy Delicious Baby Back Ribs
Total Time
5 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband craves a good ribs recipe, so we cook them multiple ways. This low and slow method with a tangy sauce is the best we’ve found. —Jan Whitworth, Roebuck, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 420 calories, 33g fat (9g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1082mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein.
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Honey Chipotle Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Nothing is better than having a sauce with the perfect slather consistency. Here's one that will ensure a lip-smacking feast. Go ahead and make the sauce up to a week ahead for an easier grilling experience. —Caitlin Hawes, Westwood, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 515 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 1674mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (49g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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“Secret’s in the Sauce” BBQ Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A sweet, rich sauce makes this BBQ ribs recipe so tender that the meat literally falls off the bones. And the aroma is wonderful. Yum! —Tanya Reid, Winston-Salem, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 921 calories, 58g fat (21g saturated fat), 220mg cholesterol, 1402mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (45g sugars, 2g fiber), 48g protein.
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Sweet and Savory Ribs
Total Time
8 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband, Randy, and I love barbecue ribs, but with our busy schedules, we rarely have time to fire up the grill. So we let the slow cooker do the work for us. By the time we get home from work, the ribs are tender, juicy and ready to devour.—Kandy Bingham, Green River, Wyoming
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 509 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 130mg cholesterol, 945mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 0 fiber), 40g protein.
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Baby Back Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Slow-cook the ribs during the day and they will be ready to finish on the grill when you get home. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
2 pieces: 555 calories, 39g fat (14g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 500mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Country-Style Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Quick to prep for the slow cooker, this dinner is terrific with a salad and a fresh side. My family practically cheers whenever I make it! —Cheryl Mann, Winside, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounces cooked pork with 1/3 cup sauce: 598 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 131mg cholesterol, 1443mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (46g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein.
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Honey-Beer Braised Ribs
Total Time
3 hours 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Braised in beer with a sweet honey finish, these tender, flavor-rich ribs will be the talk of the table. Serve them with baked potatoes, green beans and a salad for a memorable meal. —Terry Serena, McMurray, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 971 calories, 63g fat (23g saturated fat), 245mg cholesterol, 1208mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 1g fiber), 52g protein.
18/30
Peach-Chipotle Baby Back Ribs
Total Time
3 hours
Servings
8 servings (2 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
My son and I collaborated in the kitchen one day to put our own unique twist on classic baby back ribs. We added a sweet peachy glaze and a little heat with chipotle peppers. It was a great bonding experience, and now we have a keeper recipe for fall-off-the-bone ribs. —Rebecca Suaso, Weaverville, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving with 1/4 cup sauce: 788 calories, 48g fat (16g saturated fat), 163mg cholesterol, 1759mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (37g sugars, 3g fiber), 47g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Spareribs
Total Time
5 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even my three little ones love these easy-to-make and delicious-to-eat slow-cooker spareribs. The succulent meat falls right off the bone! —Julie Czmer, West Bloomfield, Michigan
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Tasty Pork Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to serve these tender, country-style ribs over rice. The tantalizing aroma and zippy Cajun barbecue sauce are sure to make this dish a favorite at your house.—Michelle Rominger, Albia, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 371 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1076mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Lip Smackin’ Ribs
Total Time
6 hours 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No matter what time of year you eat them, these ribs taste like summer. It's feel-good food! —Ron Bynaker, Lebanon, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 474 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 1117mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein.
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Grilled Country-Style Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, sprinkle with celery seed, coats these tender ribs. Chili powder and hot pepper sauce contribute to the zesty flavor. —Marilyn Beerman, Worthington, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 409 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 463mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein.
23/30
Calgary Stampede Ribs
Total Time
2 hours 30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
"More, please!" is what I hear when I serve these zippy, finger-licking ribs to family or guests. The first time my husband and I tried them, we pronounced them the best ever. The recipe has its roots in the Calgary Stampede, an annual Western culture festival and exhibition in our province. —Marian Misik, Sherwood Park, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 394 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 1170mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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Tangy Spareribs
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I still remember coming home from church to the smell of these ribs baking in the oven alongside baked potatoes. They have an old-fashioned homemade barbecue sauce that clings to every morsel. —Judy Clark, Elkhart, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 318 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 478mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Saucy Grilled Baby Back Ribs
Total Time
2 hours 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Don't worry about the beer in the sauce—it's just root beer, which is a subtle undertone to the yummy sauce. —Terri Kandell, Addison, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 603 calories, 31g fat (11g saturated fat), 122mg cholesterol, 1046mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein.
26/30
Plum-Glazed Country Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When planning to make ribs one day, I remembered that a friend had given me homemade plum jelly. I stirred some into the sauce for a pleasant fruity accent. —Ila Mae Alderman, Galax, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
8 ounce-weight: 391 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1214mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 0 fiber), 27g protein.
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Country Ribs in the Oven
Total Time
2 hours 55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom made these tender oven-baked country-style ribs for special Sunday suppers when we were growing up. A few common ingredients are all you need to make the zesty sauce that coats them. Everyone's eyes light up when I bring a plate of these ribs to the table, and company never suspects how easy they are to prepare. —Yvonne White, Williamson, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 289 calories, 14g fat (5g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1084mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
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Baby Back Ribs in the Oven
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My dad encourage me when I was young to pursue my interest in cooking. As I got older, I experimented more, and there were many successes, including these ribs. —Rick Consoli, Orion, Michigan
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Spice-Rubbed Ribs
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For grilling, here's the rub I recommend. It's made with a wonderful blend of spices. If you have some left after making ribs, put it in a shaker and use it another day on pork or beef roasts, tenderloins, steaks and more. It's great alone or under sauce. —Cheryl Ewing, Ellwood City, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 pound: 792 calories, 62g fat (23g saturated fat), 245mg cholesterol, 1864mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 51g protein.
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Big Daddy's BBQ Ribs
Total Time
2 hours
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing left on the platter when I make these BBQ ribs for my co-workers. The spices and brown sugar make an excellent rub. —Eric Brzostek, East Islip, New York
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 1027 calories, 67g fat (24g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 2071mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, 3g fiber), 64g protein.
