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Savory Cheapest BBQ Ribs Oven Baked Easy Pantry Sauce Recipe

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A budget-friendly, fuss-free oven-baked BBQ ribs recipe using simple pantry staples to create a tangy, sweet, and smoky glaze that results in tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 pounds baby back or spare pork ribs
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if not already done.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and water until smooth and pourable.
  4. Place ribs bone side down on a baking sheet. Brush a generous layer of the pantry sauce over the ribs, reserving some sauce for later.
  5. Cover the ribs tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 2 hours (check after 1.5 hours if ribs are thinner).
  6. Remove foil carefully and brush another layer of sauce over the ribs. Increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C).
  7. Bake uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes to caramelize the sauce, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Remove the membrane from ribs for better tenderness and sauce absorption. Cover ribs with foil during baking to keep moist. Increase oven temperature at the end to caramelize sauce. Let ribs rest before serving. Sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge. For gluten-free, use tamari and gluten-free Worcestershire sauce. Variations include adding cayenne pepper for spice or pineapple juice for sweetness.

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