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Smoked BBQ Ribs on Pellet Grill

Tender and flavorful BBQ ribs, slow-smoked to perfection on a pellet grill. A perfect recipe for a weekend cookout.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Servings 6 people/servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Pellet Grill
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

Ribs

  • 3 lbs Pork Spare Ribs

Dry Rub

  • 2 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Salt

Sauce

  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Your favorite brand

Instructions
 

  • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Generously apply the dry rub (ing_2, ing_3, ing_4, ing_5, ing_6, ing_7) to all surfaces of the pork ribs (ing_1).
  • Preheat your pellet grill to 225°F. Place the ribs on the grill grates and smoke for 4-5 hours, maintaining a consistent temperature.
  • Wrap the ribs tightly in butcher paper. Continue smoking for another 2-3 hours.
  • Remove the ribs from the butcher paper. Baste generously with your favorite BBQ sauce (ing_8).
  • Return the ribs to the grill and smoke for another 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 195-205°F using a meat thermometer.

Notes

For extra smoky flavor, soak wood chips in water for 30 minutes before adding them to your pellet grill.
Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your ribs and your pellet grill's performance.
Let the ribs rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.