Baby Back Ribs Recipe

Time5h

Serves4

Hickory-smoked and fall off the bone tender. Brushed with our signature BBQ sauce.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ribs
Start by removing the membrane from the back of the ribs. This helps the seasoning penetrate better.
2
Season the Ribs
In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the ribs.
3
Preheat the Smoker
Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Soak the hickory wood chips in water for about 30 minutes before using.
4
Smoke the Ribs
Place the soaked wood chips in the smoker. Put the seasoned ribs on the smoker grates and smoke for about 4-5 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone.
5
Apply BBQ Sauce
During the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush the ribs with BBQ sauce. Allow the sauce to caramelize slightly.
6
Rest and Serve
Remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for about 10 minutes. Slice and serve with additional BBQ sauce if desired.