Best 2 Cedar Smoked Baby Back Ribs Recipes

If you're looking for a mouthwatering and flavorful dish, look no further than cedar smoked baby back ribs. This classic American barbecue dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or a special dinner. The combination of sweet, smoky, and savory flavors will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With the right recipe and a few simple steps, you can easily create tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKED BABY BACK RIBS

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 racks baby back ribs (about 3 pounds each)
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon mustard powder
Kosher salt
1 lemon, halved
1 apple, quartered
1 cup apple juice or cider
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Vegetable oil, for brushing

Steps:

Prepare the ribs (see below). Combine the brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, cumin, mustard powder and 2 tablespoons salt in a small bowl. Rub the ribs all over with the cut sides of the lemon and then the spice mixture and place in a large roasting pan or resealable plastic bag. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
Meanwhile, soak the wood chips in water 1 hour, then prepare your grill for smoking, filling the smoker box with one-quarter each of the wood chips and apple.
About 30 minutes before smoking, remove the ribs from the refrigerator and let stand at room temperature. Meanwhile, combine the apple juice, Worcestershire sauce and vinegar in a small spray bottle. Shake to mix.
Once the grill reaches 250 degrees F, lightly brush the grates with vegetable oil and place the ribs on the cooler side of the grill, meat-side up. Spray with the apple juice mixture. Close the grill and let smoke 1 hour.
Replenish the smoker box with another one-quarter each of the wood chips and apple. Flip the ribs so they're meat-side down with the opposite edge of the racks closer to the smoker box. Spray with the apple juice mixture; close the grill and let smoke 1 more hour. Repeat this process every hour until the ribs are dark brown and tender and the meat starts to shrink away from the bones, about 2 more hours. Remove the ribs from the grill and let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
How to prep your ribs:
Position the ribs meat-side down. Insert a paring knife under the membrane that covers the back of the rack. Loosen the membrane with the knife. Grab the membrane with your fingers and peel off completely.

BAKED BBQ BABY BACK RIBS

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If you're in the mood for a little virtual trip into summer, give this technique a try. This works with literally any dry rub and barbecue sauce combo.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Baby Back Ribs

Time 3h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

½ cup ancho chile powder
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup salt
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
1 rack baby back pork ribs
1 cup barbeque sauce

Steps:

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
Mix ancho chile powder, white sugar, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, cumin, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, and chipotle pepper in a small bowl until combined.
Place ribs meat-side down on aluminum foil. Prick back of rib rack several times with a knife.
Generously apply coating of dry rub to all sides of rib rack.
With rib rack meat-side down, fold foil around it to create a tight seal. Transfer to sheet pan.
Bake in preheated oven until tender and cooked through, about 2 hours. Remove and cool 15 minutes.
Increase oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Open foil, drain and discard any accumulated juices and fat. Brush barbeque sauce on all sides of rack.
Place rack meat-side up and return to oven, leaving foil open. Bake for 10 minutes, remove from oven, and brush another layer of barbeque sauce on meat-side only. Repeat baking and brushing with sauce 4 more times, for a total of 50 minutes baking time.
Cut rack into individual rib segments and serve with more barbeque sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.4 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Cholesterol 87.6 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 782.3 mg, Sugar 42.2 g

Tips:

Choose high-quality baby back ribs: Look for ribs that are meaty, well-marbled, and have a good amount of fat. Avoid ribs that are thin, bony, or have a lot of cartilage.
Prepare the ribs properly: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and season them generously with your favorite rub. You can use a store-bought rub or make your own using a combination of spices, herbs, and brown sugar.
Use a good quality smoker: A good smoker will help you achieve evenly cooked ribs with a delicious smoky flavor. If you don't have a smoker, you can use a grill or an oven.
Cook the ribs slowly and low: Ribs take time to cook, so be patient. Cook them at a low temperature (around 225 degrees Fahrenheit) for several hours, or until the meat is tender and fall-off-the-bone.
Baste the ribs regularly: Basting the ribs with a mixture of apple cider vinegar, water, and spices will help keep them moist and flavorful. Baste the ribs every 30 minutes or so.
Let the ribs rest before serving: Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for at least 10 minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, making them even more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Cedar-smoked baby back ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make sure that your ribs turn out perfect every time. So fire up your smoker and get ready to enjoy some of the best ribs you've ever had!