The Secret Technique for Juicy Smoked BBQ Ribs
About this recipe
If you're craving juicy, smoked BBQ ribs, this recipe has got you covered! In this video, Smokin' & Grillin' with AB shares a straightforward technique to achieve perfectly tender and flavorful ribs using a pellet grill.
The secret lies in a few key steps, including the right temperature, a flavorful rub, and a spritz of apple juice to keep the ribs moist during cooking. Follow along to learn how to make these delicious ribs that are sure to impress!
Ingredient notes
- Choose your favorite BBQ sauce for this recipe.
- You can substitute The Level Up B Rub with your favorite rub.
Tips from Smokin' & Grillin with AB’s video
- Make sure to remove the membrane from the ribs for better flavor absorption and tenderness.
- Using mustard as a binder helps the rub stick better to the ribs, ensuring even seasoning.
- Arrange the ribs in the grill at an angle and ensure they are not touching for even cooking.
Good to know
- How long do I smoke the ribs?
- Smoke the ribs for about 3 to 4 hours without opening the grill.
- What temperature should I set my pellet grill?
- Set the pellet grill to 250°F for smoking the ribs.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Smokin' & Grillin with AB: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Prepare the pellet grill by lighting it and setting the temperature to 250°F.
- 2
Remove the membrane from the ribs by pulling it off from one end to the other.
- 3
Trim any excess meat or flap from the ribs as needed.
- 4
Apply a binder (mustard) to the ribs to help the rub stick.
- 5
Generously apply the BBQ rub to both sides of the ribs, ensuring even coverage.
- 6
Place the ribs in an aluminum pan to allow the rub to soak in and the moisture to be retained.
- 7
Arrange the ribs in the grill at an angle, ensuring they are not touching to allow for even cooking.
- 8
Close the grill and let the ribs smoke for about 3 to 4 hours without opening the lid.
- 9
After 1 hour and 20 minutes, spritz the ribs with a mixture of apple juice and water to keep them moist.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for the BBQ sauce is inferred based on typical usage for a rack of ribs.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Smokin' & Grillin with AB’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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