Smoked Party Ribs
These smoked party ribs are the ultimate finger food for any gathering! They’re tender, juicy, and packed with smoky flavor. Perfect for game days, BBQs, and holiday parties. These ribs cook faster than full racks, making them an ideal choice for a quick yet flavorful treat!
Ingredients
- 2 racks baby back ribs or St. Louis-style ribs
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard used as a binder
- ¼ cup BBQ dry rub your favorite blend
- ½ cup apple juice for spritzing
- ½ cup water for spritzing
- 1 cup BBQ sauce for glazing
- 2 tablespoons honey for glazing
- 1 tablespoon butter for glazing
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional, for heat
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 250°F and use hickory, apple, or cherry wood for balanced smoky flavor.
- Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for better texture. Cut the ribs into individual pieces or 3-4 rib sections for party-size servings.
- Coat the ribs with yellow mustard as a binder, then generously apply BBQ dry rub on both sides.
- Place ribs on the smoker and smoke for 2.5 to 3 hours. Every hour, spritz with a mixture of apple juice and water to keep the ribs moist.
- For the glaze, combine BBQ sauce, honey, butter, and hot sauce in a saucepan. Warm over low heat.
- During the last 30 minutes of smoking, brush the glaze over the ribs and allow it to caramelize.
- Remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes before slicing them into individual portions.
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce and enjoy your delicious smoked party ribs!
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14g
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