Where Do Baby Back Ribs Come From on the Animal?
You get baby back ribs from the upper part of the pig’s back, nestled between the spine and ribcage, just above the spare ribs. They come from the last few curved ribs near the loin, making them smaller and more tender than other rib cuts.
Because they’re less worked muscles, they cook quickly and offer a mild flavor with a higher meat-to-bone ratio. Keep going, and you’ll find out how their location shapes their size and tenderness.