Description
Smoked beef ribs are a barbecue lover’s ultimate delight, featuring tender, juicy meat infused with rich smoky flavors that elevate any gathering. With a simple spice rub and slow smoking technique, these ribs promise to impress friends and family alike. Follow this recipe to create an unforgettable dish that steals the spotlight at your next outdoor cookout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups hickory or applewood chips (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs and pat them dry.
- In a bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; rub generously over the ribs.
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C) and add soaked wood chips.
- Place the ribs bone side down on the smoker grate and smoke for about 5-6 hours until they reach an internal temperature of 203°F (95°C).
- During the last hour of smoking, brush barbecue sauce on the ribs to caramelize.
- Allow the ribs to rest for 30 minutes before slicing and serving with additional barbecue sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Customize your spice rub by adding unique ingredients like coffee or cocoa powder for an exciting twist. To keep the ribs moist during smoking, consider spraying them with apple juice every hour.