Best 7 Wonderful Smoky Bbq Ribs Recipes

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Delicious, fall-off-the-bone barbecue ribs are a true delight, and achieving smoky perfection takes time, patience, and the right technique. Whether you prefer a dry rub or a tangy sauce, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste buds. In this article, we will explore the secrets of creating wonderfully smoky barbecue ribs, guiding you through the steps and ingredients needed to achieve the perfect balance of flavor and texture. From choosing the best ribs to mastering the cooking process, we'll provide all the tips and tricks you need to impress your friends and family with your culinary skills.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKY BABY BACK OVEN RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



Smoky Baby Back Oven Ribs Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: baby back ribs, McCormick® Smoky Spice Blend, kosher salt, ketchup, honey, dijon mustard, worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, white onion, McCormick® Smoky Spice Blend

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lb baby back ribs
3 tablespoons McCormick® Smoky Spice Blend
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
½ cup ketchup
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup dijon mustard
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
½ cup white onion, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons McCormick® Smoky Spice Blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300˚F (150°C). Arrange a rack in the center of the oven.
  • Using a paring knife, cut a small slit in the membrane of the ribs. Slide the blade underneath the membrane and over the bone. Lift the membrane with the knife until it tears away from the bone. Grip the released membrane with a paper towel or kitchen towel and pull away to remove.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange the ribs in the center. Season the ribs on both sides with the smoky spice blend and salt. Tightly wrap the ribs in foil.
  • Transfer the ribs to the oven and cook for 2 hours and 40 minutes to 3 hours, until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  • While the ribs are cooking, make the smoky barbecue sauce: In the bowl of a food processor, combine the ketchup, honey, Dijon, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, onion, and smoky spice blend. Process on high speed for 45-60 seconds, until the onion is completely broken down. Transfer the sauce to a bowl and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Remove the ribs from the oven and turn the broiler on high.
  • Unwrap the ribs and generously baste the tops with the barbecue sauce. Return the ribs to the oven and broil for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce is beginning to caramelize.
  • Remove the ribs from the oven and baste again with more barbecue sauce.
  • Serve the ribs with more barbecue sauce on the side.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 723 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 23 grams

BEST STOVETOP BBQ RIBS



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Very yummy, sticky, easy stove top BBQ ribs. Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

Provided by Rebekah Rose Hills

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Country-Style Ribs

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup steak sauce (such as A1®)
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon minced garlic
¼ cup water
4 (6 ounce) country style pork ribs
1 onion, cut into rings

Steps:

  • Whisk together steak sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and water in a bowl until smooth.
  • Place the pork ribs in a saucepan with a lid, and pour the sauce over the ribs. Spread raw onion rings over the ribs, and cover the pan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, and simmer the ribs in the sauce for 45 minutes, or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 76.5 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 705.9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

CLASSIC BARBECUE PORK RIBS WITH SMOKY BACON BARBECUE SAUCE



Classic Barbecue Pork Ribs with Smoky Bacon Barbecue Sauce image

Provided by Bruce Aidells

Categories     Fourth of July     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Bacon     Pork Rib     Spice     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 37

For the ribs:
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt, preferably Diamond Crystal
1 tablespoon packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon smoked paprika, preferably Pimentón de la Vera*
2 teaspoons ancho or New Mexican chile powder
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dry mustard, preferably Colman's
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 slabs St. Louis-style pork spareribs (about 7 pounds total) or 2 slabs pork spareribs (about 8 pounds total)
For the barbecue sauce:
6 ounces bacon, diced
2 medium onions, finely chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 tablespoons smoked paprika, preferably Pimentón de la Vera*
1 tablespoon ancho or New Mexican chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 cup brewed coffee
2 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cider vinegar, plus more to taste
1 cup ketchup
Few dashes hot sauce, such as Tabasco, plus more to taste
3 fresh or 2 dried bay leaves
Kosher salt
*Smoked paprika is available at most supermarkets. Pimentón de la Vera is a sweet red chile grown in the La Vera valley of western Spain, and slowly smoke-dried before being ground into a powder. It's available at specialty food stores and online at LaTienda.com. Hungarian smoked paprika is a good substitute.
Equipment: Large, rimmed baking sheet; flat metal cooling rack

Steps:

  • Prepare the rub and bake the ribs:
  • In a small bowl, combine the garlic, salt, brown sugar, smoked paprika, chile powder, black pepper, sage, thyme, dry mustard, cumin, coriander, ginger, and cayenne pepper if using. Generously coat the ribs with the rub then wrap each slab in a double layer of plastic wrap and let them sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours. DO AHEAD: To develop maximum flavor, place the ribs, coated in the rub, in the refrigerator and chill at least 12 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. If you have a flat metal cooling rack, arrange it in the baking sheet and place the ribs, bone side down, on the rack. If you don't have a rack, place the ribs, bone side down, directly on the foil-lined baking sheet. Bake the ribs until the meat is tender and starting to pull away from the bones, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. At this point, the ribs are ready to be served, but we recommend taking the time to finish them on the grill (or in the broiler), while glazing with homemade barbecue sauce. DO AHEAD: Ribs can be baked ahead of time and kept, wrapped in foil, at room temperature for 4 to 6 hours, before finishing them on the grill.
  • While the ribs are baking, make the barbecue sauce:
  • In a heavy, medium saucepan over moderately low heat, cook the bacon until the fat renders and the bacon starts to brown, about 10 minutes-do not let the bacon get crispy. Add the onions and continue cooking, covered and stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, sage, and thyme and cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute. Add the smoked paprika, chile powder, cumin, black pepper, and ginger and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the coffee, brown sugar, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and vinegar and stir well to combine. Raise the heat to moderate and bring the sauce to a boil, scraping the saucepan with a wooden spoon to remove any browned bits from the bottom. Add the ketchup, hot sauce, and bay leaves, then lower the heat to moderately low and simmer the sauce until it's thick enough to coat the back of a spoon but isn't as thick as ketchup, about 30 minutes. Taste the sauce and add more vinegar or hot sauce to taste and season with salt and pepper. Remove and discard the bay leaves. DO AHEAD: BBQ sauce can be made ahead and stored, in an airtight container in the refrigerator, up to 2 weeks. Warm the sauce gently on the stove before using.
  • Grill the ribs:
  • While the barbecue sauce is simmering, prepare your grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-high heat: If using a charcoal grill, open the vents on the bottom of the grill and light a large chimney starter full of charcoal (preferably hardwood). When the coals are covered with white-gray ash (about 20 to 30 minutes later), spread them out on the grill's bottom rack, leaving a space to one side that is equal to the size of the food to be grilled so that it can be moved there in the case of flare-ups. Test the heat of the charcoal by holding your hand 5 inches above the coals for about 3 seconds for medium-high heat. If the charcoal is too hot, continue to let it burn until it reaches medium-high.
  • If using a gas grill, preheat all burners on high, covered, for 10 minutes, then adjust the heat to medium-high.
  • Depending on the size of your grill, place 1 or 2 slabs, bone side down, over the heat and brush the fat-covered side generously with barbecue sauce. Grill the ribs, covered, for 2 minutes. Flip the slab over, brush the bone side with sauce, and grill, covered, until the sauce on the fat-covered side is caramelized and lightly charred, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip the slab over and continue grilling, covered, until the sauce on the bone side is caramelized and lightly charred, 1 minute. Transfer the ribs to a cutting board and let them rest for 10 minutes. If necessary, repeat the grilling and glazing process with the second slab of ribs. Cut between the ribs and serve immediately with plenty of barbecue sauce on the side.

BEST EVER BBQ RIBS



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Make and share this Best Ever BBQ Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Holley Mc

Categories     Pork

Time 4h

Yield 4-6 depends on size of rack, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 racks of baby-back pork ribs
3 tablespoons mustard powder
3 tablespoons onion powder
3 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons ground allspice
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cayenne powder
3 tablespoons Lawry's Seasoned Salt
1 tablespoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper
1 (18 ounce) bottle hickory flavored barbecue sauce
1 (18 ounce) bottle honey-flavored barbecue sauce
3/4 cup light brown sugar
6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons liquid smoke flavoring
3/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325°F.
  • Wash ribs and pat dry with paper towels. Set on rimmed baking sheet or in a large roasted pan. Place mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, allspice powder, chili powder, cayenne, Lowry's seasoned salt, salt and pepper in a gallon-sized re-closable plastic bag, or a pizza spice shaker container, and shake vigorously to mix well. Pour half seasoned rub mixture onto one side of the ribs and massage into flesh. Turn ribs over and pour the remaining rub mixture onto other side of ribs and massage into flesh. Cover ribs fully with a large sheet of heavy duty tin foil, rolling edges of foil under and into baking sheet to make an air proof seal. I leave them in the frige overnight to merinate well. I don't know if this is what makes them so tender, but they are! Place in oven and cook for 3 hours.
  • Remove from oven, carefully unseal foil - keep your hands and face a way from the hot steam. Heat grill to high. Place barbecue sauces, brown sugar, garlic, liquid smoke and cider vinegar into a medium-sized sauce pan, stir to combine. Using a large pastry brush, baste generously with sauce. Place sauce over medium-high heat, bring to a boil, then lower heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. Place ribs on grill and cook, about 4-6 minutes a side, 8-12 minutes total.
  • Remove to a cutting board, cut into 2-3 rib portions, place on serving platter and serve with remaining barbecue sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.1, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 2850.1, Carbohydrate 76.8, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 49.3, Protein 7.3

KANSAS CITY SWEET-AND-SMOKY RIBS



Kansas City Sweet-and-Smoky Ribs image

Provided by Steven Raichlen

Categories     Marinate     Graduation     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Beef Rib     Spring     Summer     Tailgating     Grill     Grill/Barbecue

Yield Serves 4 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 racks of spareribs (4 to 6 pounds total)
6 cups apple cider, plus additional for spraying the ribs
2 whole lemons (optional), halved
2/3 cup Basic Barbecue Rub or your favorite commercial brand
3 cups of your favorite homemade barbecue sauce or your favorite commercial brand
YOU'LL NEED:
3 cups wood chips (preferably hickory), soaked for 1 hour in apple cider to cover, then drained; spray bottle; rib rack (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Trim each rack of ribs or have your butcher do this for you.
  • 2. Place the ribs in a large nonreactive roasting pan. Pour the cider over the ribs. Squeeze the juice from the lemons over the ribs, catching the seeds with your fingers. Turn the ribs a couple of time to coat all over with marinade. If desired, let the ribs marinate in the refrigerator, covered, for 4 to 6 hours, turning several times.
  • 3. Drain the ribs and blot dry with paper towels. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the rub on both sides of the ribs, patting it onto the meat with your fingers. Let the ribs stand in the refrigerator, covered, for 1 to 2 hours.
  • 4. Set up the grill for indirect grilling and preheat to medium. If using a charcoal grill, place a large drip pan in the center. If using a gas grill, place all the wood chips in the smoker box or in a smoker pouch and preheat to high until you see smoke, then reduce the heat to medium.
  • 5. When ready to cook, if using charcoal, toss 1 cup of wood chips on the coals. Place the ribs in the center of the hot grate, away from the heat. Cover the grill and cook the ribs for 2 to 3 hours. After 30 minutes, spray the ribs with apple cider and continue to spray every half hour until ready to brush with the sauce. If using a charcoal grill, you'll need to add 12 fresh coals and 1/2 cup wood chips per side after each hour.
  • 6. Lightly brush the ribs with 1 cup of the sauce 20 minutes before the ribs are done. When the ribs are fully cooked, the meat will have shrunk back from the bones about 1/4 inch, and the meat will be tender enough to tear apart with your fingers. But don't overcook; the ribs should have some chew to them. If the ribs start to dry out, wrap them in aluminum foil for the last hour of cooking.
  • 7. Transfer the ribs to plates or a platter. Sprinkle the ribs with the remaining rub and lightly brush again with barbecue sauce. Let the ribs rest for a few minutes, then serve with the remaining barbecue sauce on the side.
  • VARIATION:
  • You can also cook the ribs in a smoker. Smoke them for 4 to 5 hours at 225°F
  • ALSO GOOD FOR:
  • This is a wonderful way to prepare baby back ribs. In this case, you'll need to allow 1 to 1 1/2 hours for indirect grilling or 2 to 3 hours for cooking in a smoker.

BBQ SMOKER PORK RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



BBQ Smoker Pork Ribs Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pork rib, BBQ sauce, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, paprika, minced garlic, onion powder, ground black pepper, mustard powder

Provided by Mike Price

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 rack pork rib, St. Louis-style or baby back
2 cups BBQ sauce, optional
1 tablespoon ground ginger
½ tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons onion powder
1 ½ tablespoons ground black pepper
1 ½ tablespoons mustard powder

Steps:

  • Using a charcoal chimney or lighter fluid, light 6-8 pieces of lump charcoal and let them come to a full burn. Add to your firebox and preheat the smoker to roughly 225°F (105°C), adding charcoal to the fire as necessary.
  • Add the ginger, cayenne, garlic powder, paprika, minced garlic, onion powder, black pepper, and mustard powder in a medium bowl and mix thoroughly.
  • Place ribs on a large sheet of aluminum foil and coat liberally with spice rub on all sides.
  • Place a metal pan filled with water at the end of the smoker's cooking chamber closest to the firebox. Place ribs directly on the grate of your cooking chamber and close the smoker. Open the vents at both ends of the smoker.
  • Add a chunk or two of smoking wood to the firebox each half hour to create a stream of thin but visible smoke that is somewhat blue in appearance. Too much wood may result in thick, gray smoke. If this happens, open the smoker and clear the smoke out, waiting to close it until you're able to achieve manageable smoke again.
  • Maintain the heat by adding additional charcoal as necessary.
  • Smoke ribs for 3-5 hours, spraying each hour with water to keep the surface from drying out.
  • Cook time will vary based on the size and type of rib (baby backs will cook faster than spareribs). Use a meat thermometer to gauge doneness.
  • At 170°F (75°C), remove the ribs from the smoker and place onto a large sheet of aluminum foil. If using barbecue sauce, apply now with a basting brush. Wrap the aluminum foil up to enclose the ribs, and place them back in your smoker for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Let meat rest at least 15 minutes off the heat before slicing. Serve with remaining barbecue sauce and preferred sides.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 638 calories, Carbohydrate 67 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 21 grams, Sugar 47 grams

WONDERFUL SMOKY BBQ RIBS



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Make and share this Wonderful Smoky BBQ Ribs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories     Meat

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lbs country-style pork ribs
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup catsup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon liquid smoke
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place ribs in a 5-quart Dutch oven; cover with water (barely).
  • Add garlic salt and pepper.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat and cover.
  • Simmer for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, combine remaining ingredients; set aside.
  • Drain ribs.
  • Put in baking dish UNCOVERED.
  • Bake at 425°F, basting with sauce often till ribs are nicely glazed, about 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 948.2, Fat 41.2, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 252.2, Sodium 1166.6, Carbohydrate 76.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 64.7, Protein 67.8

Tips:

  • Choose the right ribs: Baby back ribs are the most popular choice for BBQ ribs, as they are meaty and have a good amount of fat. Spare ribs are also a good option, but they are slightly tougher than baby back ribs.
  • Prepare the ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. This will help the ribs cook more evenly and will make them more tender.
  • Season the ribs: There are many different ways to season ribs. A simple rub made with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder is a good starting point. You can also add other spices, such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika.
  • Cook the ribs: Ribs can be cooked in the oven, on the grill, or in a smoker. The cooking time will vary depending on the method you are using. Ribs are done when they are tender and the meat easily pulls away from the bone.
  • Make the BBQ sauce: There are many different recipes for BBQ sauce. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own. If you are making your own sauce, be sure to simmer it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Baste the ribs: Basting the ribs with BBQ sauce during the cooking process will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Let the ribs rest: Before serving the ribs, let them rest for 10-15 minutes. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.

Conclusion:

Smoky BBQ ribs are a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can make the best BBQ ribs that will impress your friends and family.

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