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    Oven Baked Barbecue Spareribs for Summer Taste All Year

    Published: Apr 27, 2015 · Modified: Jan 13, 2024 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Easy Barbecue Spareribs with homemade rub and barbecue sauce baked in the oven so you can enjoy the taste of summer all year. 

    If you like easy no fuss ribs, then these Oven Baked Barbecue Spareribs are calling your name.

    No standing over the grill in the elements stressing over flare ups and ending up with charred dried out meat? Count me in!

    ribs on a plate with text overlay "oven baked barbecue spareribs"

    This recipe only takes a few ingredients. You can choose to use your favorite premade rib rub and barbecue sauce to save yourself more time and effort.

    I used my homemade rib rub which is a sweet and spicy mix with ingredients you probably have in your pantry. Then I took a boring can of tomato sauce, added a little of the rub mixture and some molasses to create the sauce.

    Easy peasy, right?

    Tips for Oven Baked Barbecue Ribs

    The only drawback is the long cooking time, almost 2 hours! But, all you need to do is stop by every 15 minutes or so and give it a nice basting to make sure the ribs stay extra flavorful.

    One word of warning about this recipe is to be sure to heavily spray the bottom and sides of your pan or line it with aluminum foil unless you like scrubbing pans.

    Trust me.

    I didn't coat the sides of the pan enough and of course I got sauce on it when basting the ribs - there went my manicure.

    ribs on a plate with text overlay "oven baked barbecue spareribs"

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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 pounds pork spareribs
    • barbecue rib rub
    • 1 can tomato sauce (14-15 ounces)
    • 2 tablespoons honey or molasses

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 450℉. Line a 9 x 13 pan with aluminum foil or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
    • Rub ribs with a few tablespoons of rib rub (reserve 1 tablespoon for sauce). Place in pan and cover loosely with foil. Bake in oven for 15 minutes.
    • In a small saucepan, combine tomato sauce, honey/molasses and 1 tablespoon rib rub. Heat on medium high for approximately 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
    • Remove ribs from oven. Reduce heat to 350℉. Pour sauce over ribs, cover with foil and return to oven. Bake for one hour, basting ever 10-15 minutes. Add water to the bottom of the pan if the sauce begins to burn.
    • Remove from oven, let rest for 20 minutes. To serve, cut ribs ⅔ of the way through to make easier to separate by the diner.

    Notes

    I recommend using our homemade rib rub. It only takes a few minutes to throw together and you can tailor it to your family's preferences.

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    Until next time, happy eating.
    ~Audrey

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Mary Gilbert

      April 27, 2015 at 4:49 pm

      For some reason I never think to make ribs. These sound really good and we haven't had bbq in while....maybe this coming weekend!
      #ibabloggers

      Reply
      • Audrey

        April 29, 2015 at 5:44 pm

        I only made them because they were in the bargain bin at the grocery store. I never think to make them either.

    2. Joanne T Ferguson

      April 27, 2015 at 5:52 pm

      What a great recipe Audrey! Love the combination of spices and love spareribs too! #ibabloggers

      Reply
      • Audrey

        April 30, 2015 at 8:28 pm

        Thanks, Joanne. I thought of your post about spice blends when I was making this recipe.

    3. Kathleen

      April 27, 2015 at 7:44 pm

      I have to admit those ribs look really good with all those spices. This is a bit dumb but I never buy them because I can't see much meat to eat. Maybe I just have to try this recipe and see.

      Reply
      • Audrey

        April 30, 2015 at 8:29 pm

        No there isn't much meat, but I do also save the bones to make stock with later so I feel I get more for my money.

    4. Mommy's Kitchen

      April 28, 2015 at 12:16 am

      Love spare ribs in all ways!!
      #ibabloggers

      Reply
      • Audrey

        April 30, 2015 at 8:30 pm

        Me too. My favorite is usually someone else making them, but these are second best.

    5. Debbie Rodrigues

      April 28, 2015 at 12:40 am

      They look delicious. It has been ages since I last had ribs. It was Australian style. Delicious. Thanks for sharing these recipes. #IBAbloggers

      Reply
      • Audrey

        April 30, 2015 at 8:31 pm

        I have never had Australian style. Definitely need to check that out.

    6. Alisha

      April 28, 2015 at 10:13 am

      That looks so delicious! The sauce sounds delicious. Are celery seeds hard to find? #ibabloggers
      Alisha @ myrainydayreads15.blogspot.com

      Reply
      • Audrey

        April 30, 2015 at 8:31 pm

        Not at all, should be in any grocery store spice aisle.

    7. Kim @ The Cookie Puzzle

      May 02, 2015 at 5:03 am

      My hubby loves spareribs, but sadly, I am a horrible wife and have never made them for him. Your recipe and tips make it seem so easy. Thank you for sharing. We would love for you to share with us at Party in Your PJs, our weekly link party.

      Reply
    8. Lou Lou Girls

      May 02, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      Okay, I'm drooling right now! Looks so good. Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see you on Monday at 7, we can't wait to party with you! Lou Lou Girls

      Reply
    9. Amberjane

      May 03, 2015 at 5:12 am

      Oh my these look tasty - Thanks for linking up to Pin Worthy Wednesday, I have pinned your post to the Pin Worthy Wednesday Pinterest Board.

      Reply
    10. Zan

      May 03, 2015 at 2:52 pm

      That is a great idea and they look moist. We often have dried out grilled meats here, too..lol...So now I tend to bake them a lot! Thank you for sharing with us at Home Matters Linky party!

      Reply
    11. Lisa

      May 04, 2015 at 6:10 am

      I love the blend of spices in this rub and can't wait to whip up a batch for these ribs and other meats as well. Thanks for Co-hosting Happiness is Homemade with us, Audrey!

      Reply
    12. Jenna @ A Savory Feast

      May 04, 2015 at 6:39 am

      Wow, these sound amazing! I've been wanting to make some homemade spareribs soon. Thanks for sharing this recipe with Hump Day Happenings!

      Reply

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