This Smoked Pork Ribs recipe comes together in about 6 hours and can be prepared in your smoker for a easy weeknight dinner that your family will love! Trust me, this recipe will have everyone at your table reaching for seconds!
Ingredient Breakdown
To keep this smoked pork ribs recipe simple yet delicious, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Pork Ribs: Use either baby back or spare ribs (about 2-3 pounds).
- Brown Sugar: 1 cup. This adds a nice touch of sweetness that balances the smokiness.
- Paprika: 2 tablespoons. Paprika gives your ribs that beautiful color and adds warmth.
- Salt: to taste. A couple pinches will do!
- Black Pepper: to taste. Adds a bit of spice!
- Garlic Powder: 1 tablespoon. Because who doesn’t love garlic?
- Onion Powder: 1 tablespoon. This adds depth of flavor.
- BBQ Sauce (optional)
- Wood Chips for Smoking: Hickory or applewood are my favorites for this dish as they impart a beautiful aroma.
Let’s Get Cooking!
Preheat Your Smoker: Start by setting your smoker to a cozy 225°F (107°C). This low and slow cooking method is where the magic starts!
Prepare the Ribs: Take the pork ribs and flip them over. You’ll want to remove the membrane from the backside, this helps the flavors penetrate the meat better. It sounds a bit tedious, but trust me, it’s worth it!
Make Your Spice Rub: In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. You’ll love the smell; it’s literally amazing! Generously rub this mixture all over both sides of the ribs, making sure to really massage it in.
Time to Smoke: Place the ribs in your smoker and just let them do their thing for about 5-6 hours, or until they’re super tender. You’re looking for an internal temp of 190°F (88°C). I mean, the aroma wafting through your house will have everyone asking, “Are those ribs ready yet?”
Optional BBQ Sauce Finish: If you want to add BBQ sauce, brush it on those delicious ribs during the last 30 minutes of smoking. This will caramelize the sauce and add an extra layer of flavor that’s just divine!
Rest Before Slicing: Once you’re done smoking the ribs, let them rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat. Trust me, there’s nothing worse than a dry rib!
Serve and Enjoy: Slice the ribs and serve with your favorite sides, think coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans. Yum!
If you loved this smoked pork ribs recipe, be sure to check out my Steamed Japanese Pork Buns, my Pork Cutlet, or my Barefoot Contessa Easy Parmesan Risotto!
What Makes This Recipe Special
Quick & Easy
This smoked pork ribs recipe is all about ease, it requires simple ingredients and minimal prep. Once you get those ribs on the smoker, you can kick back and relax!
Crowd-Pleaser
Everyone in the family will love the smoky, tender meat just falling off the bone. Expect happy faces around the dinner table!
Comfort Food
These ribs are loaded with tons of flavor; they hit the spot when you want something satisfying and delicious!
Customizable
Feel free to switch up the rub ingredients or the BBQ sauce based on what you have available. You can easily tailor this to what you and your family love!
Make-Ahead Friendly
You can prepare everything in advance and let the smoker do the hard work for you. You can even smoke these ribs ahead of time and freeze them for later!
Serving and Storage
How to Serve This Dish
Smoked pork ribs are often best served with classic sides like coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread. I love serving mine with a refreshing cucumber salad to balance the rich flavors!
Storage
Leftover ribs can last in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Just make sure to store them in an airtight container.
Reheating Instructions
To reheat, simply place them in a 300°F (150°C) oven until warmed through. You can also toss them on the grill for a few minutes to revive that smoky flavor.
Freezer Friendly
Yes! You can freeze smoked pork ribs. Just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, then put them in a freezer bag. They’ll stay good for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat!
Remember, there’s something magical about gathering around food, and these quick and easy smoked pork ribs deliver all the yum!
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Smoked Pork Ribs
- Total Time: 390 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Diet: Paleo
Description
A flavorful and easy smoked pork ribs recipe that your family will love, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- Pork Ribs (2-3 pounds)
- Brown Sugar (1 cup)
- Paprika (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
- Garlic Powder (1 tablespoon)
- Onion Powder (1 tablespoon)
- BBQ Sauce (optional)
- Wood Chips for Smoking (Hickory or Applewood)
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- Prepare the ribs by removing the membrane from the backside.
- Make the spice rub by mixing brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Rub the mixture generously on both sides of the ribs.
- Place the ribs in the smoker and smoke for about 5-6 hours at an internal temp of 190°F (88°C).
- Optional: Brush BBQ sauce on the ribs during the last 30 minutes.
- Rest the ribs for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
- Serve with your favorite sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or baked beans.
Notes
This recipe is customizable, so feel free to switch up the rub ingredients or the BBQ sauce based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
