Classic Slow-Smoked Pork Ribs
Classic Slow-Smoked Pork Ribs are the ultimate barbecue delight, combining smoky, sweet, and savory flavors into tender, juicy perfection. These ribs are a showstopper for any gathering, bringing friends and family together over mouthwatering bites that practically fall off the bone. With a foolproof recipe and simple ingredients, even novice cooks can impress their guests with restaurant-quality results right at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork ribs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp mustard powder
- 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and mustard powder. Rub this mixture generously over the ribs.
- Wrap seasoned ribs in plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for at least 3 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F using hickory or applewood chips.
- Place the ribs bone side down in the smoker and cook for about 5-6 hours until they bend slightly without breaking.
- During the last hour of cooking, baste with BBQ sauce every 20 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (175g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Experiment with different wood chips for varied flavors. For a spicier kick, add more cayenne pepper or experiment with spicy BBQ sauces. Leftover ribs can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days.