Slow-smoked Baby-back Ribs Recipe
Make Slow-smoked Baby-back Ribs Recipe in just 5h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Ribs
Dry Rub
Smoking
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ribs
Remove the membrane from the back of the baby-back ribs. This will allow the flavors to penetrate better.
- 2
Apply Mustard
Coat the ribs evenly with yellow mustard. This will help the dry rub adhere to the meat.
- 3
Make the Dry Rub
In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and ground cumin. Mix well.
- 4
Apply the Dry Rub
Generously apply the dry rub mixture over the mustard-coated ribs, making sure to cover them completely. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes.
Smoking
- 5
Prepare the Smoker
Soak the applewood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. This will create smoke and flavor the ribs.
- 6
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to a temperature of 225°F (107°C).
- 7
Add the Ribs
Place the ribs in the smoker bone side down. Add the soaked applewood chips to the smoker box.
- 8
Smoke the Ribs
Smoke the ribs for 4-5 hours, maintaining the temperature and adding more wood chips as needed.
Finishing
- 9
Apply the Barbecue Sauce
During the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush the ribs with barbecue sauce, allowing it to caramelize.
- 10
Check for Doneness
The ribs should be tender and the meat should pull away from the bone easily.
- 11
Rest and Serve
Remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Serve with additional barbecue sauce if desired.
