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Smoked Ribs

These smoked ribs are tender, smoky, and finished with a sticky honey BBQ glaze that makes them irresistible. With just the right blend of spices and slow cooking, this recipe gives you fall-off-the-bone ribs that taste like backyard barbecue heaven.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 rack baby back ribs
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp dried mustard
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • 3 tbsp honey

Method
 

  1. Remove membrane from ribs. Place on foil.
  2. Mix sugar, paprika, pepper, salt, cumin, garlic, onion, chili powder, and mustard. Rub all over ribs.
  3. Preheat smoker to “smoke.” Place ribs on grates, foil open. Smoke 1 hour.
  4. Wrap ribs in foil. Raise smoker to 300°F. Cook 2½–3½ hours until ribs reach 195°F.
  5. Mix BBQ sauce with honey. Brush on ribs.
  6. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/smoked-ribs/

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the dry rub sit on the ribs overnight in the fridge before smoking.
  • Use applewood or hickory pellets/chips for the best smoke flavor.
  • If you prefer spicier ribs, add cayenne pepper to the rub.