Jul 14 2026

Ribs Recipe

Time5h
Serves4

Slow smoked baby back ribs with choice of side.

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Ingredients

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Ribs

Side (Optional)

Method

Preparing the Ribs

  1. 1

    Preheat the Smoker

    Preheat your smoker to a temperature of 225°F (107°C).

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ribs

    Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs using a paper towel for grip. Rinse and pat dry.

  3. 3

    Season the Ribs

    Rub olive oil evenly over the ribs. In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Rub this mixture onto the ribs, ensuring full coverage.

Smoking the Ribs

  1. 4

    Place Ribs in Smoker

    Place the seasoned ribs on the smoker grates bone-side down. Close the lid.

  2. 5

    Smoke the Ribs

    Smoke the ribs for about 4-5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 190°F (88°C) for tender meat.

  3. 6

    Apply Barbecue Sauce

    During the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush the ribs with your favorite barbecue sauce.

Preparing the Side (Optional)

  1. 7

    Cook Corn on the Cob

    Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain and serve with butter and salt.

Serving

  1. 8

    Slice and Serve

    Once the ribs are done, remove them from the smoker, slice between the bones, and serve with additional barbecue sauce on the side. Enjoy with your chosen sides!

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