Description
Smoked Baby Back Ribs are the ultimate treat for barbecue enthusiasts, bringing together tender, juicy meat with a robust smoky flavor. This recipe is designed to impress, whether you’re hosting a summer cookout or enjoying a cozy family dinner. Infused with a carefully crafted blend of spices and enhanced with apple juice, each bite delivers an explosion of flavor. Perfect for both seasoned grill masters and beginners alike, these ribs will surely be the highlight of your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 racks baby back ribs (about 3 pounds each)
- Kosher salt
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1 cup apple juice or cider
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- Vegetable oil for brushing
Instructions
- Remove the membrane from the back of each rib rack using a paring knife.
- Prepare the spice rub by combining brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, cumin, mustard powder, and salt. Rub this mixture onto the ribs after applying lemon juice.
- Refrigerate the seasoned ribs in a covered pan or bag for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Soak wood chips in water for one hour.
- Preheat your grill to 250°F and set up your smoker box with soaked wood chips.
- Smoke the ribs for about 4 to 5 hours, flipping every hour and spraying with an apple juice mixture to maintain moisture.
- Let the ribs rest before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg