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Flavorful Chipotle Brown Sugar BBQ Ribs Easy Smoky Sweet Glaze Recipe

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These ribs feature a smoky sweet glaze made with chipotle peppers and brown sugar, slow-cooked until tender and fall-off-the-bone soft. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, they balance smoky heat with a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 pounds baby back ribs or spare ribs, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs using a paper towel to grip and pull it off (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, chopped chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and glossy (about 5 minutes).
  3. Pat ribs dry and sprinkle a light dusting of salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. If using a grill: Preheat grill to medium-low heat (275°F / 135°C). Place ribs bone-side down, cover, and cook low and slow for 2 to 2.5 hours, turning occasionally.
  5. If using an oven: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet, cover tightly with foil, and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  6. About 30 minutes before ribs are done, brush a generous layer of the glaze on both sides. If grilling, keep the lid closed while brushing. Repeat glazing every 10 minutes to build a sticky, caramelized crust.
  7. Remove ribs from heat and let rest for 10 minutes to redistribute juices.
  8. Slice between the bones with a sharp knife and serve warm with extra glaze for dipping.

Notes

Remove the membrane for more tender ribs. Apply multiple thin layers of glaze rather than one thick coat to avoid burning. If ribs dry out, wrap in foil and add a splash of apple juice or water before returning to heat. Glaze tastes better if made ahead and rested in the fridge overnight.

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Keywords: BBQ ribs, chipotle ribs, brown sugar glaze, smoky ribs, sweet and smoky BBQ, summer cookout, easy ribs recipe

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