How to Smoke Ribs in Electric Smoker
Learn how to smoke ribs in the electric smoker using the 3-2-1 method. This easy recipe makes delicious, tender smoked ribs the whole family will love!
Servings: 10
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Masterbuilt electric smoker
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork ribs, membrane removed 2 racks
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 teaspoons sea salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Add the the brown sugar, sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder and pepper to a small bowl, and stir to combine
- Remove membrane from back of ribs, and rub seasoning mix over ribs
- Preheat smoker to 225℉ and add wood chips
- Place seasoned ribs in smoker, bone sides down, insert temperature probe, (if using) and cook for 3 hours
- Remove ribs, wrap in aluminum foil, place back in smoker, and smoke for another 2 hours
- Remove ribs, unwrap from foil, and brush with BBQ sauce
- Place ribs back in smoker, and cook for 1 more hour
- Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving
Notes
To remove membrane, slide the blade of a thin knife under the membrane at the smallest rib and lift up. Grab with a napkin or paper towel and pull to remove.
Cook ribs to 200 degreesF for fall-off-the-bone tenderness. Cook to around 180-190 degreesF if you like firmer ribs.
Avoid opening door of smoker more than necessary as temperature will drop.
Nutrition
Calories: 223kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 7017mg | Potassium: 385mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 1970IU | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2.1mg
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