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Country Style Pork Ribs

Published: Jul 29, 2023 · Modified: Jun 15, 2025 by Chef Dennis Littley

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You won’t believe how easy it is to make this oven baked Country Style Pork Ribs recipe. You don’t need a grill, smoker, or slow cooker to make tender, juicy, country style pork ribs that your whole family will love.

Barbecued country style pork ribs on a white platter.


 

With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have restaurant quality country style pork ribs every bit as good as your local barbecue restaurant.

And the best part about making your own barbecue at home is getting to control the ingredients used. Why pay crazy high prices, when you can make your own barbecue just as good!

Barbecued country style pork ribs on a white platter

My Country-Style Pork Ribs ribs are rich and delicious alternative to traditional ribs. So why not save some money and cook up a batch of deliciousness for your family this weekend.

With just a few minutes of prep, all you need is some time to let the pork cook low and slow. It couldn’t be easier. But if you prefer traditional style, try my Oven Baked Baby Back Ribs, they’re guaranteed to impress.

Table of Contents:
  • Ingredients
  • What are Country Style Pork Ribs?
  • How to make a dry rub?
  • Can I add other seasonings to the dry rub?
  • How to Cook Country Style Pork Ribs
  • Recipe FAQ’s
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  • Recipe: Country Style Pork Ribs

Ingredients

Ingredients required to make the pork recipe prepared on a wooden table.

Let’s start by gathering the ingredients we need to make Oven Baked Country Style Pork Ribs. In Chef Speak, this is called the “Mise en Place,” which translates to “Everything in its Place.”

Not only does setting up your ingredients ahead of time speed up the cooking process, it also helps ensure you have everything you need to make the dish.

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What are Country Style Pork Ribs?

Well, they’re not actually ribs. Country-style pork ribs come from the shoulder area of the pig. It’s a cut that is taken from the blade end of the pork loin close to the shoulder, making this cut more like a pork chop.

Don’t confuse these with spare ribs which are baby back ribs. And although

This cut includes parts of the pork shoulder blade bone and is characterized by a good amount of marbling, which makes it tender and flavorful when cooked. There are boneless country-style ribs. But since this cut of pork doesn’t come from the rib area of the pig, it’s not technically a boneless pork rib.

Country ribs are actually closer to being a pork chop

How to make a dry rub?

collage of seasonings.
  • Add the coarse sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, sweet paprika, and brown sugar to a small bowl.
  • Mix the seasonings well to make the dry rub for the country style pork ribs.

Can I add other seasonings to the dry rub?

Absolutely, you can change up the seasonings every time you make these delicious pork ribs. You can add cumin, dried oregano, dry mustard, or any of your favorite seasonings. If you like a spicy rub, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

You can also add any of your favorite seasoning blends to the mixture, or use them straight out of the jar to season the meat.

How to Cook Country Style Pork Ribs

Follow along at home to learn how to cook country style pork ribs in the oven.

When it comes to cooking pork that is tender and juicy, slow cooking at low temperatures is the key. Make sure your oven temperature is set to 250 degrees F. That’s the sweet spot for pork.

Collage showing how to make recipe.
  • Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
  • Season the ribs liberally with the dry rub and let them sit for 20-30 minutes before cooking. This gives the spices a little time to penetrate the meat and also allows time for the pork to come to room temperature.
  • Place the ribs, fatty side up, in a single layer in a baking dish or on a foil-lined baking sheet pan.
  • Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it on the center rack of the preheated oven. Cook the ribs for 2 – 2 ¼ hours or until a meat thermometer reads 195-205 degrees F.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and very carefully remove the foil covering from the pan.
  • Give the ribs a generous coating of your favorite barbecue sauce and return the ribs to the oven uncovered for another 30 minutes.

Cooking times can vary depending on the size of the ribs, that’s why it’s always a good idea to use a meat thermometer like the Meater Plus that I use.

You can also use a Dutch oven to bake the ribs, then place them on a baking sheet to finish.

cooked ribs with barbecue sauce in a baking dish.

If you like a crisp caramelized exterior, place the ribs under the broiler for 3-5 minutes.

Oven baked ribs on a white platter.

Remove the ribs from the oven, brush them with more of your favorite BBQ sauce, and tent them with foil. Let the country-style pork ribs rest for 15 minutes before serving to give the juices time to redistribute into the meat.

Brush with additional barbecue sauce and serve with your favorite sides and dishes. My Creamy Cole Slaw, Classic Potato Salad, and Macaroni Salad are a few of my favorite sides to serve with barbecue.

Recipe FAQ’s

Should I cover country-style pork ribs while baking?

Yes, the pan with the ribs should be covered tightly during the first part of the baking process. When the ribs have reached 195-205 degrees, it’s time to unwrap them, add the barbecue sauce, and continue to bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
Even if you don’t add BBQ sauce, place the ribs back into the oven to finish baking.

What is the best temperature to cook country-style ribs?

Country-style ribs can be cooked from 225 to 275 degrees, with the sweet spot being in the middle at 250 degrees F. At 250 degrees F, depending on the size, the ribs will take between 1.75 and 2.25 hours to fully cook. At 225, expect them to take 2.25-2.75 hours, and at 275, they will take 1.25-1.75 hours.
Use an oven thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the rib to make sure you cook them for the optimal time.

Do country-style ribs have bones?

Some cuts may include pieces of the pork shoulder blade bone, but there are generally no bones running through the middle of the rib.

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Barbecued country style pork ribs on a white platter

Country Style Pork Ribs

Chef Dennis Littley
You won't believe how easy it is to make oven baked Country Style Pork Ribs. You don't need a grill, smoker, or slow cooker to make tender, juicy, country style pork ribs that your whole family will love.
5 from 111 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Total Time 2 hours hrs 40 minutes mins
Course Entree
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 564 kcal

Equipment

  • sheet pan or baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs country-style pork ribs
  • 2 teaspoon coarse sea salt or kosher salt – more or less to taste
  • 2 teaspoon light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoon sweet paprika or smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper more or less to taste
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce your favorite brand

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 250°F.
  • Add the coarse sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, sweet paprika, and brown sugar to a small bowl and mix well to combine the seasonings.
  • Season the ribs liberally with the dry rub.
  • Place the seasoned ribs in a baking dish or on a foil lined sheet pan fatty side up.
  • Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it on the center rack of the preheated oven. Cook the ribs for 2 – 2 ¼ hours or until a meat thermometer reads 195-205 degrees F.
    You can also use a Dutch oven to bake the ribs, then place them on a baking sheet to finish.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and very carefully remove the foil covering from the pan.
  • Give the ribs a generous coating of barbecue sauce and return the ribs to the oven uncovered for another 30 minutes.
    If you like a crisp caramelized exterior, place the ribs under the broiler for 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove the ribs from the oven and brush with barbecue sauce.

Notes

Cooking time will vary depending on the size of the ribs. Smaller ribs will take less time, and larger ribs will take longer.
Should I cover country-style pork ribs while baking?
Yes, the pan with the ribs should be covered tightly during the first part of the baking process. When the ribs have reached 195-205 degrees, it’s time to unwrap them, add the barbecue sauce, and continue to bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
Even if you don’t add BBQ sauce, place the ribs back into the oven to finish baking.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 564kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 44gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 164mgSodium: 1058mgPotassium: 949mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 970IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 3mg
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  1. Renee says

    March 20, 2025 at 6:40 pm

    5 stars
    I have previously used your baby back rib recipe… the BEST I’ve ever made!!!
    Just put country style in the oven, can’t wait!! Thank you for sharing!!!

    Reply
    • Chef Dennis Littley says

      March 21, 2025 at 8:31 am

      You are very welcome! I’m happy to hear you’ve been enjoying my recipes, I hope the country style ribs live up to your expectations.

      Reply
  2. Dia says

    February 22, 2025 at 11:36 am

    Is it okay to season the ribs the night before?

    Reply
    • Chef Dennis Littley says

      February 22, 2025 at 2:24 pm

      absolutely

      Reply
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