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    Home » Recipes » Grilling & Smoking

    Easy Smoked Baby Back Ribs

    Published on August 17, 2020 - Updated on January 19, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    easy smoked baby back ribs
    These Smoked Baby Back Ribs are super easy to make. Juicy and packed full of flavor. Superb Ribs in less than 6 hours!
     
    easy smoked baby back ribs

    I love making ribs. And these Smoked Baby Back Ribs are not only the delicious, but they are also super easy to make!

    seasoned baby back ribs on the smoker
    Seasoned Baby Back Ribs in the Smoker

    While easy to make, they do require almost 6 hours to make. That's how they get their awesome flavor. So you better plan your day accordingly to ensure they are ready when it's time to eat.

    smoked rack of ribs
    Rack of Baby Back Ribs fresh out of the Smoker

    It's amazing how for such a simple recipe, these ribs are packed full of flavor! Over 4 hours in the smoker leaves them so juicy the meat is literally falling off the bone!

    easy smoked baby back ribs

    I recommend a nice Sweet Rub for this Rib Recipe. If you don't have any on-hand, you can always use my Chili Dry Rub for Ribs. While you can apply the dry rub right before smoking, we recommend applying the Dry Rub on the ribs and then let it sit for an hour in the refrigerator. This will allow for a deeper flavor penetration.

    smoked rack of ribs

    If you've ever wondered what part of the pig Ribs comes from check out the picture below. Surprised?

    pork cuts diagram

    💭 Baby Back vs St. Louis Style

    Baby back ribs are probably what you most often see in grocery stores. They typically have less meat between the bones, but more on top. St. Louis Style on the other hand has more meat between the bones and are fattier than baby backs.

    easy smoked baby back ribs

    For more great recipes with Pork Baby Back Ribs, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • BBQ Baby Back Ribs
      Instant Pot BBQ Baby Back Ribs

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Smoked Baby Back Ribs recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Rack of Baby Back Ribs and Dry Rub for Ribs.

    🥣 How do I make Smoked Baby Back Ribs

    Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
    Remove the membrane from the ribs.
    Season both sides of the ribs with Dry Rub for Ribs.
    Place the ribs, meat side up, on the grates of the grill and close the lid. Smoke for about 4 ½ hours.
    Wrap in foil and return to the grill at 350°F for another 45 minutes.
    Pull your ribs off the grill and let rest for 10 minutes.

    Easy Smoked Baby Back Ribs

    Easy Smoked Baby Back Ribs

    These Smoked Baby Back Ribs are super easy to make. Juicy and packed full of flavor. Superb Ribs in less than 6 hours!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 5 hrs 15 mins
    Rest Time 10 mins
    Total Time 5 hrs 35 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 345 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 rack Pork Baby Back Ribs
    • 2 tablespoon Dry Rub for Ribs

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
    • Remove the membrane from the ribs.
    • Season both sides of the ribs with Dry Rub for Ribs.
    • Place the ribs, meat side up, on the grates of the grill and close the lid. Smoke for about 4 ½ hours.
    • Wrap in foil and return to the grill at 350°F for another 45 minutes.
    • Pull your ribs off the grill and let rest for 10 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 98mgSodium: 1063mgPotassium: 468mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1231IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Roy

      February 26, 2023 at 10:41 am

      These smoked baby back ribs were very juicy. Very flavourful and the dry rub made them delicious. Very easy to make. This recipe was great using my smoker for the first time.

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