Smokehouse BBQ Beef Ribs

Smokehouse BBQ Beef Ribs

Discover the ultimate copycat recipe for Smokehouse BBQ Beef Ribs inspired by a renowned restaurant's famous dish with our twist.

🕒 Prep - 10 min | Cook - 4 hr | Total - 4 hr 10 min
🍽 Servings: 4
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: American

Allergens

Gluten, Soy (in Worcestershire sauce)

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs beef ribs 1 cup apple cider vinegar 2 cups ketchup 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup molasses 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup yellow mustard 1/4 cup honey 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tsp smoked paprika 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or smoker to 250°F (121°C).
  2. Season the beef ribs with salt and pepper, then place them on the grill grates.
  3. Cook the ribs at 250°F for 3 hours, basting them every hour with a mixture of apple cider vinegar, ketchup, brown sugar, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, yellow mustard, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (optional).
  4. After 3 hours, increase the temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue cooking for another hour, basting with the same mixture every 20 minutes until the ribs are tender and cooked through.

Chef’s Insight

Allow the ribs to rest for about 10 minutes before cutting, to maintain juiciness and tenderness.

Notes

Be sure to adjust cooking times for the specific thickness and size of your beef ribs.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe is inspired by the iconic Kansas City-style barbecue technique, which combines sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors.