Convection Steam Oven Baby Back Ribs
by: Chef Mike Shannon
Modes
Rack Position
Position - 2
Ingredients
Ribs
2 racks of baby back ribs
Spice rub - (See Chef's note)
3 Tablespoons Hickory Smoked Salt
2 Tablespoons turbinado sugar
1 Tablespoon black pepper
1 Tablespoon smoked paprika
1 Tablespoon dry mustard
1 Tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cayenne
1/2 teaspoon ground anise seed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground celery seed
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Instructions
Place the racks of ribs on the solid convection steam oven pan or a large plate.
Combine spices in a small bowl. Season liberally with the dry rub.
Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 2 hours.
Remove from the refrigerator and place the racks of ribs, meat side up, onto the solid pan lined with 2 sheets of parchment paper.
Place the solid pan into the oven on rack position 2.
Select the Convection Steam Mode set to 265°F.
Set the timer for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
After 1 hour and 15 minutes, check the ribs to see if they are tender; if they are, remove and serve.
If continued cooking is needed, return the ribs to the oven and cook for an additional 15 minutes or until tender.
Chef’s Note – Feel free to substitute your favorite spice rub.