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plate of smoked ribs with bbq sauce using 3 2 1 pellet smoker method

3 2 1 Ribs Recipe Pellet Smoker


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  • Author: meat and melt
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x

Description

Juicy, smoky, fall off the bone ribs made easy with the 3 2 1 method on a pellet smoker. Perfect for cozy weekends and backyard BBQs with a sticky caramelized finish every time.


Ingredients

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  • 2 racks baby back ribs
  • Yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • BBQ sauce
  • Apple juice optional


Instructions

  1. Remove membrane from ribs.
  2. Coat ribs with mustard then apply dry rub.
  3. Preheat pellet smoker to 180°F.
  4. Smoke ribs unwrapped for 3 hours.
  5. Increase heat to 225°F and wrap ribs tightly.
  6. Cook wrapped for 2 hours.
  7. Unwrap apply BBQ sauce and cook 1 more hour.
  8. Rest 10 to 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use butcher paper for better bark. Aim for 195 to 205°F internal temperature. Let ribs rest before serving to keep them juicy. Spritz with apple juice during smoking for extra moisture if desired.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 rack
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg