Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate guide to cooking mouthwatering Memphis-style hickory smoked beef and pork ribs, as perfected by the renowned Neely family. In this comprehensive article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets behind creating fall-off-the-bone tender ribs infused with a smoky, savory flavor that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or just starting your barbecue adventures, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions, expert tips, and the ultimate recipe for achieving smoky perfection. Prepare to embark on a delectable experience that will transform your backyard into a Memphis-style barbecue heaven.
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MEMPHIS-STYLE BARBECUED PORK RIBS
Provided by Pat Neely
Categories Kid-Friendly Graduation Father's Day Backyard BBQ Dinner Lunch Pork Rib Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Small Plates
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Rinse the rib slabs in cold water, and pat dry with paper towels. Place the slabs on a clean chopping board. Using your fingers, pull off the thick white membrane. Use a small knife to trim off the excess fat and meat. Using a sharp knife, trim off the brisket bone. Season both sides of the slab with salt and Neely's Barbecue Seasoning, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to a day in advance.
- When you're ready to cook the ribs, preheat the grill to 250°F, preferably using a combination of hickory wood and charcoal. Place the slab on the grill away from (not directly over) the flame (using indirect heat). Cook the slab curl-side up for approximately 2 1/2 hours. Flip the slab over to finish the cooking, about 1 more hour, or until you get the full "bend" in the slab (see Tony's Tip).
- For dry ribs, pull the ribs off the grill, and sprinkle more Neely's Barbecue Seasoning over the entire slab. Cut between the bones and serve. For wet ribs, pull the ribs off the grill, and pour Neely's Barbecue Sauce over the slab. Slice between the bones into individual portions, and serve.
THE NEELYS MEMPHIS-STYLE HICKORY-SMOKED BEEF AND PORK RIBS
Show: Down Home with the Neelys Episode: Sunday Supper Time does not include marinating time in fridge (8hrs). I used my gas grill, also using indirect cooking method.
Provided by Luvs 2 Cook
Categories Pork
Time 6h45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the rub: Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined. Keep in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
- For the ribs: Rinse and dry ribs. Place on a clean cutting board and pull off the membrane, the thin fatty skin that lines the underside of the ribs. Trim the ribs of excess fat and meat. Liberally season both sides of the ribs with 1/4 to 1/2 cup Neely's BBQ Rub. Wrap ribs and refrigerate for at least 8 hours so flavors can permeate.
- Preheat grill to 250 degrees F. using hickory and charcoal.
- Use indirect heat and cook with the cover down.
- Place ribs, meatier side down, on the grill away from the coals. Cook beef 2 hours, adding more coals as needed. Turn and cook for 45 minutes more, or until the ribs "bend" and the meat easily separates from the bone using a fork. Cook the pork ribs 3 hours. Turn and cook another hour, or until ribs bend. Remove from grill.
- For dry ribs: Sprinkle extra Neely's BBQ seasoning over ribs, cut bones and serve.
- For wet ribs: Coat ribs with Neely's BBQ sauce, cut and serve.
- Barbecue Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to simmer. Cooked uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes. Yield: 3 1/2 cups.
MEMPHIS-STYLE HICKORY-SMOKED BEEF AND PORK RIBS (THE NEELYS) RECIPE - (4.8/5)
Provided by Venzie
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Prep 10 min Inactive Prep 8 hr 0 min Cook 6 hr 15 min Total:14 hr 25 min For dry ribs: Sprinkle extra Neely's BBQ seasoning over ribs, cut bones and serve. For wet ribs: Coat ribs with Neely's BBQ sauce, cut and serve. For the rub: Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined. Keep in an airtight container for up to 6 months. For the ribs: Rinse and dry ribs. Place on a clean cutting board and pull off the membrane, the thin fatty skin that lines the underside of the ribs. Trim the ribs of excess fat and meat. Liberally season both sides of the ribs with 1/4 to 1/2 cup Neely's BBQ Rub. Wrap ribs and refrigerate for at least 8 hours so flavors can permeate. Preheat grill to 250 degrees F using hickory and charcoal. Use indirect heat and cook with the cover down. Place ribs, meatier side down, on the grill away from the coals. Cook beef 2 hours, adding more coals as needed. Turn and cook for 45 minutes more, or until the ribs "bend" and the meat easily separates from the bone using a fork. Cook the pork ribs 3 hours. Turn and cook another hour, or until ribs bend. Remove from grill.
MEMPHIS-STYLE HICKORY-SMOKED BEEF RIBS
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Rinse and dry ribs. Place on a clean cutting board and pull off the membrane, the thin fatty skin that lines the underside of the ribs. Trim the ribs of excess fat and meat. Liberally season both sides of each slab with 1/4 to 1/2 cup Neely's BBQ Dry Rub. Wrap ribs with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours so flavors can permeate.
- Preheat grill to 250 degrees F. using hickory and charcoal. Use indirect heat and cook with the cover down.
- Place ribs, meatier side down, on the grill away from the coals. Cook beef 2 hours, adding more coals as needed. Turn and cook for 45 minutes more, or until the ribs "bend" and the meat easily separates from the bone using a fork. Remove from grill.
- For dry ribs: Sprinkle extra Neely's BBQ Dry Rub over ribs, cut between the bones and serve.
- In a bowl stir together the paprika, sugar and onion powder until combined. Keep in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
MEMPHIS-STYLE HICKORY-SMOKED BEEF AND PORK RIBS
This recipe is courtesy The Neelys who have a new show on the foodnetwork, "Down Home with the Neelys". They were both so cute, and looked like they new what they were doing in the kitchen!
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Pork
Time 14h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the rub: Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir until combined. Keep in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
- For the ribs: Rinse and dry ribs. Place on a clean cutting board and pull off the membrane, the thin fatty skin that lines the underside of the ribs. Trim the ribs of excess fat and meat. Liberally season both sides of the ribs with 1/4 to 1/2 cup Neely's BBQ Rub. Wrap ribs and refrigerate for at least 8 hours so flavors can permeate.
- Preheat grill to 250 degrees F. using hickory and charcoal.
- Use indirect heat (push the coals and chops to one side of the grill).
- Place ribs meatier side down on the grill away from the flame. Cook beef 2 hours. Turn and cook for 45 minutes more, or until the ribs "bend" and the meat easily separates from the bone using a fork. Cook the pork ribs 3 hours. Turn and cook another hour, or until ribs bend. Remove from grill.
- For dry ribs: Sprinkle extra Neely's BBQ seasoning over ribs, cut bones and serve.
- For wet ribs: Coat ribs with Neely's BBQ sauce, cut and serve.
- Neely's BBQ sauce: In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to simmer. Cooked uncovered, stirring frequently, for 2 hours.
Tips:
- For the best results, use a good quality smoker and hickory wood chips. Soak the wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes before using them.
- Trim the ribs of any excess fat. This will help the smoke penetrate the meat more evenly.
- Season the ribs generously with your favorite rub. Be sure to get the rub into all the nooks and crannies.
- Smoke the ribs at a low temperature (225-250 degrees Fahrenheit) for 4-6 hours, or until the meat is tender and cooked through.
- Baste the ribs with your favorite barbecue sauce during the last hour of cooking. This will help to caramelize the sauce and give the ribs a nice glaze.
- Let the ribs rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Conclusion:
Memphis-style hickory smoked beef and pork ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that your family and friends will love. So fire up your smoker and get started today!
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