Smoky Dry-Rubbed Ribs

Ingredients

• 3 pounds (1.4 kg) baby-back ribs
• 1 tablespoon (7 g) paprika
• 1 tablespoon (8 g) chili powder
• 1 teaspoon (3 g) garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon (3 g) onion powder
• 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons (12 g) smoked sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon (1.2 g) freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Using a small knife, remove the membrane from the underside of the ribs.

2. 2

   Combine the spices in a small bowl and liberally rub over both sides of the ribs. Wrap in plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

3. 3

   Preheat the oven to 225°F. Unwrap the ribs and place them on a foil-lined baking sheet, meat side up. Bake for 3-3½ hours, until the ribs are well browned and extremely tender.