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Beer-basted Baby Back Ribs
Beer-basted Baby Back Ribs
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Fall-off-the-bone tender baby back ribs infused with a mouthwatering beer-based sauce that caramelizes beautifully on the grill. This crowd-pleasing recipe features a complex flavor profile from brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and aromatic spices that simmer into a rich, sticky glaze. The two-step cooking process ensures perfectly tender meat with that irresistible charred exterior. Impressive enough for entertaining yet simple enough for weekend family dinners.
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Ingredients
6 cups beer (4 cans)
2 1/2 cups (packed) dark brown sugar
1 1/2 cups apple cider vinegar
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon dry mustard
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper(I used 1 tsp)
2 bay leaves
8 pounds baby back ribs, pork or beef or a combination, cut into 4-rib sections
Directions
Bring first 9 ingredients to a boil in a very large pot.
Reduce heat.
Simmer 1 minute to blend flavors.
Add half of ribs to sauce.
Cover pot and simmer until ribs are tender, turning frequently, about 25 minutes.
Transfer ribs to baking sheet. Repeat with remaining ribs.

Boil barbecue sauce until reduced to 3 cups, about 40 minutes.
Discard bay leaves.
(Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover ribs and sauce separately and refrigerate. Rewarm sauce before continuing.)

Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
Brush ribs with some of the sauce; sprinkle with salt.
Grill ribs until heated through, brown and well-glazed, brushing occasionally with sauce, about 6 minutes per side.
Transfer ribs to platter.
Serve with remaining sauce.
Servings\Yield
Serves 8
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Per Serving: Calories: 850; Total Fat: 54g (Saturated Fat: 20g); Cholesterol: 215mg; Sodium: 740mg; Total Carbohydrates: 45g (Dietary Fiber: 1g, Sugars: 42g); Protein: 46g
*Nutrition information is provided as a general estimate only. Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients, and is based on available nutrient data. Variations may occur based on ingredient brands and preparation methods.
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Beer-basted Baby Back Ribs was added on June 27, 2015 and last updated on July 11, 2025.
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