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Baby Back Ribs
Baby back ribs are the ribs that come off when you debone a pork loin. They're smaller and more tender than spareribs because the meat between the bones is loin meat, not belly meat.
Cook Time
2-3 hours
Best Cooking Method
Braising, Barbecuing, Baking
Price Range
$$
About This Cut
Origin
Rib bones attached to the pork loin
Characteristics
Tender, loin meat between bones, smaller than spareribs
Cooking Tips
These cook relatively quickly for ribs. Braising, smoking, or baking are all excellent. Low and slow is always the way to go for tender, juicy ribs.
Popular Dishes
BBQ Baby Back RibsBraised RibsSmoked RibsGlazed Ribs
💡 Pro Tip
Baby backs are more tender than spareribs, so they cook a bit faster. Watch for the meat to pull back from the bones and become fork-tender.