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Use a paper towel to grip and pull it away.","group":"Preparation","title":"Prepare the ribs","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to create the dry rub.","group":"Preparation","title":"Combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Generously coat both sides of the ribs with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat.","group":"Cooking","title":"Generously coat both sides of the ribs","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Place the ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet or directly on the smoker grate. Bake or smoke for 3 hours. If using an oven, you can wrap them tightly in foil with a splash of apple juice after the first hour to speed up tenderness.","group":"Cooking","title":"Place the ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet or directly","timerMinutes":180,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"After 3 hours, brush the ribs generously with barbecue sauce. Return to the heat for another 30 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and caramelized.","group":"Finishing","title":"Brush the ribs generously","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing between the bones.","group":"Finishing","title":"Remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Removing the silverskin membrane from the back of the ribs is crucial for tenderness. If you prefer a stickier finish, apply a second layer of sauce and broil for 2-3 minutes at the end.","cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["BBQ"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["roast","slowCook"],"equipment":["Baking sheet","Aluminum foil","Pastry brush","Small bowl","Meat thermometer"],"diet":["high_protein","gluten_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":2,"unit":"racks","note":"Approximately 8-10 ribs per person"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The dry rub can be applied to the ribs up to 24 hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover ribs in an airtight container or wrapped tightly in foil.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in the oven at 250°F (121°C) covered in foil with a splash of water or juice to prevent drying out."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbarbecue_ribs_1e113e6100%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=f8babb26-b0ce-4865-abef-58c69f627c56","imageAlt":"Classic American Barbecue Ribs — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["ribs","pork","barbecue","smoky","american","comfort food"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Classic American Barbecue Ribs","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-03T19:20:16.355Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-03T19:20:16.355Z","related":[{"id":"bagel_with_lox_ba134c5918","slug":"bagel-with-lox","title":"Bagel with Lox","description":"A classic New York-style breakfast featuring a toasted bagel topped with silky cream cheese, savory smoked salmon, salty capers, and fresh red onion.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["New York"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein","low_sugar"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbagel_with_lox_ba134c5918%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=87e7d1ee-c704-487f-8afc-b50c916cc52b","imageAlt":"Bagel with Lox — recipe cover","tags":["salmon","lox","bagel","breakfast","brunch","quick","high-protein"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4},{"id":"breakfast_burrito_1eabfe4e76","slug":"breakfast-burrito","title":"Breakfast Burrito","description":"A classic American morning staple featuring savory breakfast sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese wrapped in a warm flour tortilla.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fbreakfast_burrito_1eabfe4e76%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=1ae76925-2eb9-4809-8c63-4c7347000b98","imageAlt":"Breakfast Burrito — recipe cover","tags":["breakfast","burrito","eggs","sausage","high protein","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":5},{"id":"cheeseburger_e888ac3a3d","slug":"classic-american-cheeseburger","title":"Classic American Cheeseburger","description":"A juicy, perfectly seared beef patty topped with melted cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and tangy pickles on a toasted brioche bun.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":25},"cuisine":{"group":"American","specific":["American"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcheeseburger_e888ac3a3d%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=cdb73eda-0269-4a33-84cb-2cf01a0a4cff","imageAlt":"Classic American Cheeseburger — recipe cover","tags":["cheeseburger","beef","classic","sandwich","grilling"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":10,"stepCount":5}]}