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Learn how to make tender, juicy spare ribs in the oven—no grill needed! This easy recipe uses BBQ rub, a little olive oil, and your favorite sauce. Baked low and slow for perfect results every time.

See how to make these spare ribs in the oven…

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE OVEN-BAKED BBQ SPARE RIBS

These ribs are baked low and slow, and they always turn out super tender.

They’re my go-to when it’s raining out or I don’t have time to smoke spare ribs on the pellet grill.

If you don’t have a grill but want to make ribs, you’ll love them!

INGREDIENTS

1 rack spare ribs (about 2–2.5 lb)
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup BBQ dry rub (about 2 tbsp per side)
2 tbsp BBQ sauce (for glazing)

POPULAR SUBSTITUTIONS & ADDITIONS

Don’t have a BBQ rub on hand? Mix your own pork bbq rub.
For a binder, instead of olive oil, try mustard.
Want smoky flavor without a grill? Add a dash of liquid smoke to your sauce or sprinkle smoked salt into the rub.

Try these peach BBQ baby back ribs.

HOW TO MAKE OVEN BAKED SPARE RIBS

**Step 1 – Preheat the Oven.** Preheat your oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with foil.

**Step 2 – Prep the Ribs.** Pat ribs dry with paper towels. Spritz or brush them all over with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then rub in ¼ cup of BBQ rub (about 2 tbsp per side) to coat evenly.

**Step 3 – Bake Low and Slow.** Place the ribs on the baking sheet, meat-side up, and bake for 2½ to 3 hours, until the internal temp reaches 190°F.

**Step 4 – Add the Glaze.** Brush the top of the ribs with 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce. Cover loosely with foil and return to the oven for 30 more minutes, or until the ribs reach 203°F internally.

De-licious!

See how to make these easy slow cooker Guinness beef ribs.

TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST OVEN BAKED SPARE RIBS

Bake low and slow.
Pat ribs dry before adding oil and rub.
Wrap in foil and rest 1–2 hours in a cooler for maximum juiciness.
Want more of a sticky, caramelized top? Broil for 2–3 minutes after glazing—watch closely!

See how to cook St. Louis ribs in the oven.

SERVING IDEAS TO MAKE IT A MEAL

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