Description
Juicy, smoky beef ribs coated in a bold Texas-style rub, slow-smoked to perfection to achieve deep flavor and tender texture that melts in your mouth. These ribs capture the essence of authentic Texas BBQ with a simple yet flavorful dry rub and low-and-slow smoking technique.
Ingredients
Beef Ribs
- 2 lbs beef ribs
Texas-Style Rub
- 2 tbsp coarse salt
- 2 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat smoker: Set your smoker to 120°C (250°F) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for slow smoking beef ribs.
- Prepare ribs: Pat the beef ribs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, then coat them generously and evenly with the Texas-style rub to build flavor.
- Smoke ribs: Place the ribs bone-side down in the smoker. Maintain a consistent temperature and smoke for 5–6 hours to allow the ribs to slowly absorb the smoky flavor and become tender.
- Optional foil wrap: To achieve extra tenderness, wrap the ribs in foil halfway through the smoking process, which helps retain moisture and accelerate tenderizing.
- Rest the ribs: After smoking, let the ribs rest for 10–15 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use wood chips like oak or hickory for authentic Texas BBQ flavor.
- Keep the smoker temperature stable throughout to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
- Wrapping ribs in foil is optional but recommended for softer meat.
- Allow ribs to rest after smoking to enhance juiciness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 to 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: Texas BBQ
