Pork Ribs with Balsamic Glaze

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Adjust the oven rack to the middle position.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for a more tender result. Use a sharp knife to help get started at the edge, then pull it away gently.
4. Rub the spice mix evenly over both sides of the ribs.
5. Place the ribs on a large baking sheet or a roasting pan. Cover them tightly with aluminum foil.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 2 and a half hours or until the ribs are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
7. While the ribs are baking, combine balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard in a saucepan. Heat over medium and allow to simmer, stirring frequently until reduced by half and thickened to a glaze consistency.
8. Keep an eye on the glaze. It should be syrupy, not too thick; adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
9. When ribs are done, remove them from the oven. Set your oven to broil at 500°F (260°C).
10. Remove the foil from the ribs and brush them generously with the balsamic glaze.
11. Place the ribs back in the oven under the broiler for about 3-5 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning, until the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
12. Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with extra glaze on the side.
13. For extra tenderness, let the ribs rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing.