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Smoking Ribs

Succulent, juicy ribs that fall off the bone, kissed by smoke and coated in a sweet, tangy glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 racks of pork ribs
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon of smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon of garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon of onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon of salt
  • 1 tablespoon of black pepper
  • 1 cup of barbecue sauce

Equipment

  • Smoker or grill with a lid
  • Wood chips (hickory, apple, or cherry)
  • Meat thermometer
  • Aluminum foil
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Start by removing the silver skin from the back of the ribs.
  2. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Rub the spice mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
  4. Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add your choice of wood chips.
  5. Place the ribs in the smoker bone side down and smoke for about 3 hours.
  6. After 3 hours, remove the ribs and wrap them tightly in aluminum foil.
  7. Return the wrapped ribs to the smoker and cook for another 2 hours.
  8. Unwrap the ribs and brush them with barbecue sauce. Place them back in the smoker for an additional 30 minutes.

Notes

Let the ribs rest for 10-15 minutes after removing them from the smoker before serving.