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A close-up of glazed brontosaurus ribs on a rustic wooden platter, showcasing tender, charred edges and sticky barbecue sauce, garnished with fresh herbs and served with sides of grilled vegetables

The Flintstones Brontosaurus Ribs (BBQ Spare Ribs)

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Juicy, flavorful barbecue spare ribs inspired by the Flintstones cartoon, generously coated with smoky sauce and slow-cooked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds pork spare ribs
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Rub the ribs with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Wrap ribs in aluminum foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  4. Unwrap and brush with barbecue sauce.
  5. Finish under a broiler or on grill for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.

Notes

  • For extra smoky flavor, use mesquite or hickory wood chips during grilling.
  • Allow ribs to rest for 10 minutes before serving for maximum juiciness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Method: Baking, Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Pork

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 rib rack (about 4 ribs)
  • Calories: 650 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 55g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg
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