Jul 13 2026

Bbq Ribs Recipe

Time6h
Serves4

Full rack of tender ribs, smoked and slathered in our signature sauce.

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Ingredients

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Ribs

Method

Preparing the Ribs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, then rinse under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Season the Ribs

    In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub this spice mixture all over the ribs, ensuring an even coat on both sides.

Smoking the Ribs

  1. 3

    Smoke the Ribs

    Place the ribs in the smoker bone-side down. Smoke for about 5-6 hours, maintaining a consistent temperature and adding wood chips as necessary for flavor.

Making the BBQ Sauce

  1. 4

    Prepare the BBQ Sauce

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Finishing the Ribs

  1. 5

    Glaze the Ribs

    In the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush a generous amount of the BBQ sauce over the ribs. Continue smoking until the ribs are tender and the sauce has caramelized.

  2. 6

    Serve the Ribs

    Remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for about 10 minutes. Cut between the bones to separate into individual servings. Serve with remaining BBQ sauce on the side.

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