1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
2. Remove Membrane:
- If the membrane on the back of the ribs is still present, remove it. This helps the flavors penetrate the meat.
3. Season Ribs:
- In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub this mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
4. Apply Dry Rub:
- In a separate bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the dry rub. Rub this mixture onto the ribs, coating them evenly.
5. Wrap and Bake:
- Wrap each rack of ribs tightly in aluminum foil. Place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
6. Sauce and Broil:
- Carefully open the foil packets and brush the ribs with your favorite barbecue sauce.
- Place the ribs under the broiler for a few minutes until the sauce caramelizes and becomes slightly sticky. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
7. Rest and Serve:
- Allow the ribs to rest for a few minutes before slicing between the bones.
8. Enjoy:
- Serve your fall-off-the-bone oven-baked ribs with additional barbecue sauce on the side.
This method produces tender and flavorful ribs with minimal effort. Adjust the seasonings and cooking time based on your preferences and the size of the ribs. Enjoy your delicious oven-baked ribs!