Smoked Ribs Recipe
Full rack of baby back ribs glazed with our signature BBQ sauce.
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Ingredients
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Ribs
BBQ Sauce
Method
Preparing the Ribs
- 1
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to a temperature of 225°F (107°C). Use your favorite wood chips for smoking, such as hickory or applewood.
- 2
Prepare the Ribs
Remove the membrane from the back of the baby back ribs. This ensures that the seasoning penetrates the meat better.
- 3
Season the Ribs
In a bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Rub this mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
- 4
Smoke the Ribs
Place the seasoned ribs in the smoker, bone side down, and smoke for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone.
Making the BBQ Sauce
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce.
- 6
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.