Baby Back Ribs

4.9 Rating from 56 Ratings

Prep Time: 25 Minutes

Cook Time: 2 ½ Hours

Total Time: 3 Hours

Ingredients

Equipment

  • 22½” Weber Grill
  • Rib Rack
  • Grease Pan
  • 8 oz. Hickory, Cherry or Apple chips soaked in water
  • 10 lb. Bag of Kingsford Charcoal
  • Pair of Tongs

Now that we've got everything ready, let's dive into the preparation!

Greetings from my BBQ haven, where I'll share with you the secrets to preparing mouthwatering Baby Back Ribs that are guaranteed to delight your taste buds. I am Duce Raymond, the son of the creator of the renowned Sweet Baby Rays, and for me, BBQ is not just food—it's a part of my heritage.

My father, Chef Larry Raymond, created Sweet Baby Rays in the early 1980s. The ribs recipe I'm about to share put them on the map, securing 2nd place out of over 700 contestants and kickstarting our journey into the world of BBQ. Filled with fond memories from my childhood, this recipe is particularly special to me. From the enticing aroma of the grill to the sweet, delectable taste of the ribs, it brings back the warmth of family gatherings and the joy of shared meals.

  1. Setting Up the Grill:
    Start by arranging 52 briquets in the center of your 22½” Weber Grill. Let them burn for half an hour to ensure a steady and consistent cooking temperature. After this, evenly distribute 26 coals on each side of the grill, placing the grease pan in the middle to catch flavorful drippings.
  2. Seasoning the Ribs:
    Take your skinned Baby Back Ribs and generously coat them with Duce's Wild Rib Rub. Ensure that every nook and cranny is covered to infuse each bite with delightful taste.
  3. Cooking the Ribs:
    Stand the ribs on a rib rack and place them in the center of the grill. Let them cook for half an hour. Rotate them inside to outside and top to bottom after the initial 30 minutes for even cooking and infusion of the smoky taste. Add the soaked wood chips to each side of the coals and add six briquets to each side to maintain the cooking temperature. Keep a watchful eye on the ribs, checking every 15 minutes for approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until the ribs are easily penetrated with a fork.
  4. Glazing with Duce’s Wild Competition Barbecue Sauce:
    Finally, remove the rib rack and place the ribs top down in the center of the grill. Brush generous amounts of the Competition Barbecue Sauce onto the ribs, allowing the sauce to caramelize for an additional 10 minutes. Be sure to turn the ribs over once for an even coating.

Congratulations! You've just unlocked the secrets to creating tantalizing Baby Back Ribs using my father's award-winning recipe. With each bite, you're not just enjoying a BBQ dish, but also sharing in the love and passion my father put into creating Sweet Baby Rays.

From perfecting the grill setup to understanding the magic of Duce's Wild Rib Rub and Competition Barbecue Sauce, you're now well-equipped to impress your guests with a BBQ dish that carries the legacy of a true BBQ champion.

Every time I make these ribs, it brings me back to my childhood and the memories associated with my father. It's not just about the taste, but the emotions they stir up within me. It gives me goosebumps every time, and I believe it will do the same for you.

So, ignite your grill, ready your Duce's Wild products, and experience the joy and nostalgia packed into every bite of these delectable Baby Back Ribs. Let's make memories together! Enjoy!