Best 2 Southwestern Style Baby Back Ribs Recipes

Let the tantalizing flavors of the Southwest infuse your taste buds with a succulent and savory dish - southwestern style baby back ribs. This delectable recipe takes you on a culinary journey, combining the bold, smoky flavors of the Southwest with the tender and succulent texture of baby back ribs. Get ready to embark on a grilling adventure that will leave you craving more with every bite.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE BABY BACK RIBS

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I once considered making more authentic smoked ribs for a tailgate party and, in the planning, realized that not only would I need to be at the parking lot hours before everyone else, but my grill was not large enough to smoke enough ribs for everyone in my party. And to try to pass off just "a taste" of barbecued ribs is like trying to arm-tackle Priest Holmes. So it was a choice between shelling out for another grill or devising another method of cooking the ribs. Baking them first in a slow oven produced moist, flavorful meat I then had only to finish on the grill.

Provided by Bob Sloan

Categories Pork Bake Spice Fall Tailgating Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 tablespoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
3 racks baby back ribs, about 5 pounds
3 cups barbecue sauce

Steps:

At home
In a small bowl, mix together the thyme, garlic, onion powder, brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice mixture over both sides of the ribs. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate overnight or up to 24 hours.
Preheat the oven to 325°F. Unwrap the ribs and place them on a baking sheet. Cover completely with foil. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes. Remove the foil and let the ribs cool. Refrigerate them, wrapped in plastic, until you are ready to pack, up to 24 hours.
Just before leaving, cut the racks into individual ribs and place them in a large, sealable plastic container. Add 1 cup of the barbecue sauce and stir so all the ribs are coated.
At the tailgate
Prepare coals for a medium fire. When the coals are hot, grill the ribs for 10 minutes, until they are lightly charred and heated through, turning them several times and applying several more moppings of sauce.
Serve the ribs hot, accompanied by more sauce.

SOUTHWESTERN-STYLE BABY BACK RIBS FROM HEINZKETCHUP.COM

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Make and share this Southwestern-Style Baby Back Ribs from Heinzketchup.com recipe from Food.com.

Provided by princessangi

Categories Pork

Time 17m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 lemons
2 cups Heinz ketchup
2 tablespoons molasses
2 teaspoons ground chipotle chile pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
3 lbs baby back ribs
1 cup onion, sliced thin
2 garlic cloves, sliced
3 cups ginger ale
1 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Juice one lemon and slice the other.
Combine lemon juice, ketchup, molasses, chipotle pepper, cumin, and oregano.
Measure out 1/2 cup of the sauce mixture and brush ribs all over. Place in a roasting pan.
Scatter lemon slices over ribs. Sprinkle with onion and garlic. Add ginger ale and cover tightly.
Place in oven and cook 1-1/2 hours or until very tender.
Cool ribs in liquid, about 25 minutes.
Preheat grill to medium-high and grease lightly.
Remove ribs from cooking liquid (discard liquid, lemons, and onion).
Place ribs on grill. Cook, turning and basting often with remaining sauce, 8 to 10 minutes or until well glazed.

Tips:

Use a good quality baby back ribs for the best results.
Make sure to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs before cooking.
The ribs can be cooked in the oven or on the grill.
If cooking in the oven, wrap the ribs in foil and cook at a low temperature for several hours.
If cooking on the grill, cook the ribs over indirect heat for about 2 hours.
Baste the ribs with your favorite BBQ sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Let the ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Southwestern-style baby back ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give these ribs a try. You won't be disappointed.