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Flavorful BBQ Baby Back Ribs Recipe with Easy Bourbon Peach Glaze

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Juicy, tender baby back ribs coated with a smoky dry rub and finished with a sticky, sweet bourbon peach glaze. Perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 racks baby back ribs (3 to 3.5 pounds / 1.4 to 1.6 kg), trimmed of excess fat and membrane removed
  • Dry Rub:
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Bourbon Peach Glaze:
  • 1 cup fresh peaches, peeled and diced (about 2 medium peaches) or ¾ cup high-quality peach preserves
  • ¼ cup bourbon (e.g., Jim Beam)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: Fresh peach slices or chopped fresh herbs like thyme for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prep the ribs by removing the membrane from the back and trimming excess fat. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix all dry rub ingredients in a small bowl. Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the rub and let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Place ribs bone-side down on a foil-lined baking sheet or roasting pan. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  4. While ribs cook, combine diced peaches (or preserves), bourbon, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, and salt in a medium saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 10-15 minutes until peaches soften and glaze thickens. Optionally blend for smoothness.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove ribs from oven and discard foil. Brush ribs generously with bourbon peach glaze on both sides.
  6. Grill ribs for 5-7 minutes per side, brushing more glaze as you go, until edges are caramelized and sticky but not burnt.
  7. Transfer ribs to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice between bones, garnish with fresh peach slices or herbs if desired, and serve with extra glaze.

Notes

Remove the membrane for tender ribs. Use a two-zone fire on the grill to prevent flare-ups. Let ribs rest after grilling for juiciness. Glaze can be made ahead and reheated. For non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with apple juice.

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