Beef short ribs transformed into incredibly tender, smokey perfection thanks to the low and slow smoking method that infuses every bite with quintessential barbecue flavors and texture.
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Are you looking for a mouthwatering Smoked Beef Short Ribs recipe? Make these succulent, bone-in, meaty short ribs smoked on a pellet grill to achieve the perfect tenderness and rich flavor with every bite.
Ingredients
- ▢ 3 – 4 lbs Bone in Beef Short Ribs
- ▢ 2 tbsp GirlsCanGrill Brisket Rub or SPG blend (salt, pepper and garlic powder) or your favorite bold barbecue spice blend.
- ▢ 1 tsp Kosher Salt omit if using SPG blend
- ▢ Black Pepper omit if using an SPG blend
- ▢ Vinegar mop for mop*
Instructions
Prep the Short Ribs:
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Remove the short ribs from the package and pat dry.3 – 4 lbs Bone in Beef Short Ribs
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Remove the membrane on the back of the ribs if desired / needed by using a butter knife. Slide the butter knife beneath the thin layer and gently pull up. Grab it with a paper towel and gently pull it off the back of each rib.
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Season the ribs liberally with the spice blend, salt and pepper. Allow the ribs to sit at room temperature for 45 minutes.2 tbsp GirlsCanGrill Brisket Rub, Black Pepper, 1 tsp Kosher Salt
Prep the Smoker
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Prep your pellet grill for 225 degrees F.
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Check that the auger is filled with pellets. See our suggestions below for pellet brands and additional smoke.
Smoke the Short Ribs:
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When the grill is preheated, add the beef short ribs to the grill grate and close the lid.
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Smoke the ribs for 2 to 3 hours until a nice bark forms.
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At this point you can choose to start spritzing with your mop in a spray bottle every 30 to 45 minutes for the duration of the cook. Alternatively, you could also wrap the short ribs in butcher paper to help keep them moist.Vinegar mop
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Continue to smoke the beef ribs until they reach 203 to 205 degrees F with an instant-read thermometer. The probe should slide easily into the tender meat without resistance.
Serve:
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Using long tongs, remove the smoked beef short ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes.
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Serve the smoked short ribs with your desired side dishes and a side of bbq sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 744mg | Potassium: 907mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 6mg
