Description
Baby Back Ribs with Balsamic-Peach BBQ Sauce are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion. These succulent ribs are slow-cooked to perfection and glazed with a homemade BBQ sauce that balances sweet peaches and tangy balsamic vinegar. Ideal for family gatherings or summer barbecues, this dish is easy to prepare, letting you enjoy the company of your guests while the oven does the work. Serve these tender, juicy ribs as a main course or cut them into smaller pieces for an impressive appetizer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 rack baby back pork ribs (about 2 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1/2 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup bourbon (optional)
- 3/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3/4 tablespoon onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 minced garlic clove)
- 3/4 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup diced fresh peaches (about 4 small peaches)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (149°C).
- Combine spices for the rub and apply generously to both sides of the ribs.
- Wrap seasoned ribs in aluminum foil and place in a baking pan.
- Bake for 2 hours until tender.
- Meanwhile, make the BBQ sauce by simmering bourbon, ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and peaches until thickened.
- Grill baked ribs for 4-6 minutes with sauce brushed on both sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib half (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg