St. Louis Style Ribs Recipe

Directions for Preparing St. Louis Style Ribs

1. 1

   Prepare the Ribs

   Preheat your grill or smoker to a temperature of 225°F (107°C). Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs for better flavor absorption and tenderness.

2. 2

   Make the Dry Rub

   In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create an even dry rub.

3. 3

   Season the Ribs

   Generously apply the dry rub all over the ribs, ensuring to cover both sides thoroughly. Let the ribs sit for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.

4. 4

   Prepare the BBQ Sauce

   In a saucepan, combine Toby's BBQ Sauce and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat until warm, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.

5. 5

   Cook the Ribs

   Place the seasoned ribs on the grill or smoker bone side down. Cook for approximately 4-5 hours, spritzing with water or apple juice every hour for moisture.

6. 6

   Baste with BBQ Sauce

   During the last 30 minutes of cooking, baste the ribs with the prepared BBQ sauce every 10 minutes to create a sticky glaze.

7. 7

   Check for Doneness

   The ribs are done when they are tender and the meat has pulled back from the bones. An internal temperature of 190°F (88°C) is ideal.

8. 8

   Serve

   Remove the ribs from the grill or smoker and let them rest for about 10 minutes. Slice between the bones and serve with extra BBQ sauce on the side.