Pellet Grill Rib Recipes

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If you just got a Traeger or are new to smoking meat start with these delicious ribs first! They are prepared with a dry rub, then placed on the smoke, brushed with BBQ sauce, and then enjoyed by you. These smoked ribs are so delicious using the 3 2 1 ribs method, and they literally fall off the bone after being smoked on an electric pellet grill.

Smoking ribs can be overwhelming, but you’ll want to try this simple and fool-proof method of preparing them; it’s called the 3 2 1 rib method and you’ll get amazing ribs every single time.

Try these incredible Honey Mustard Smoked Ribs if you want to switch up the flavor of your typical ribs!

I’ll admit that the first time we tried smoking ribs, I was a little apprehensive because I had heard they were challenging to make.

You won’t have to worry, my friends; using this technique, you’ll always get tender, juicy ribs.

You can get the perfect rack of smoked ribs by following the tips and instructions we’ve provided below, which are broken down step by step.

Once the grill reaches 225°F, place the ribs in the pellet grill. Cook at 225°F unwrapped for 3 hours. Then place the ribs on a piece of foil along with a tablespoon of apple side vinegar(or bourbon) and wrap the ribs ensuring the liquid doesn’t pour out. I used foil but you can use butcher paper as well.

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Pellet Grill Ribs 🔗

Moist and flavorful this pellet grill ribs will be the best spareribs you have ever eaten. They are SO easy to make and worth every bite.

Prep: 5min

Total: 365min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 550 kcal, Protein 31 g, Fat 46 g, Saturated Fat 15 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 159 mg, Sodium 161 mg, unSaturated Fat 25 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 7 lb pork spareribs
  • 1/4 cup apple juice or apple cider vinegar (or bourbon)
  • 3 tbsp favorite rub (homemade or store-bought is fine)

Instruction:

  1. Start by removing any large chunks of fat that have still remained through the butcher and packing process. Remove any silverskin that might remain as well. If this is a full rack of spare ribs, cut it down to more manageable-sized pieces. If you have a smaller pellet grill, make sure it will fit on your rack.
  2. Sprinkle with rub seasoning and massage it in. Make sure to work it into both sides as well as the edges.
  3. Preheat pellet grill or smoker to 225°F
  4. Cook the ribs on the grill for 3 hours.
  5. Remove ribs from the grill, wrap them in foil or butcher paper adding a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar. Place back on the grill and cooked wrapped for another 2 hours.
  6. Unwrap the ribs and cook on the grill for another hour.
  7. Remove from grill. Rest for 20 minutes covered. Then serve and enjoy!

FAQ

How long do you cook ribs on a pellet grill?

Spray the ribs once more, then brush the meaty portion of each rack with 1/4 cup of the sauce. Close the grill and cook for another 15 minutes so the sauce can set. They should be beginning to take on a red color from the smoke.

What temperature do you cook ribs on a pellet grill?

The majority of the smoke flavor will come from the pellet grill during the first part of the cooking process, so fire it up and set the temperature to 225°F. You can season the ribs up to 24 hours ahead of time and keep them covered in the refrigerator until it’s time to fire up the smoker.

How long does it take to smoke ribs at 225 degrees?

Remove the ribs from the racks and tightly wrap them in aluminum foil. Before sealing the aluminum foil packet, add a little apple juice, wine, beer, or any other favorite flavor (about 1/8 of a cup) to improve the steam process. Smoke your ribs directly on the racks for 3 hours at 225°F.

What is the 3 2 1 rule for smoking ribs?

In essence, making 3 2 1 ribs involves smoking the ribs for 3 hours on the pellet grill, wrapping them in foil for 2 hours while they continue to cook on the grill, and then cooking them for 1 hour while unwrapped and doused in barbecue sauce.

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