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    Home » Recipes » Smoker Recipes

    Memphis Style Smoked Pork Ribs

    10 hrs 20 mins | Yield 4 | June 2, 2016 | Updated: June 6, 2022 by Kita | This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

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    It’s a summer of grilling and things are just starting to warm up. These Memphis style smoked pork ribs don’t require any fancy grill tools and pair perfectly with the smoked jalapeno mac and cheese for a perfect barbecue.

    Memphis Style Char-Smoked Pork Ribs | Kita Roberts GirlCarnivore

    Wet or dry? Pork or beef? These are the debates that go down at every backyard cook-off every Summer weekend and will continue for all time. Both have their place and are unarguably delicious.

    Looking for a great beginner rib? Try these Beginner Dry Rub Ribs – they are a little less hands on then these Memphis-style ribs that I char-grilled.

    I like picking up pork ribs for testing recipes out or feeding large groups because they are often less expensive and easier to find than good quality beef ribs. In this particular little experiment, I’m happy I went with meaty little spare ribs. I was able to fit two market racks, cut in half at the 6th rib, onto my kettle grill and grill them perfectly.

    The leftovers were also pretty amazing for breakfast the next morning in hash!

    Memphis Style Smoked Pork ribs and a Campfire Smoked Jalapeno Mac and Cheese

    I may have been so pleased with these Memphis Style Smoked Pork Ribs that I reconsidered my stance on ribs as discussed in my Man Meat BBQ Podcast and ran around the house cheering for good smoke rings. All in a days work.

    Need a side dish worthy of these ribs?

    See  the recipe for smoked jalapeno mac and cheese here.

    Memphis-Style Smoked Pork Ribs
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    Memphis-Style Smoked Pork Ribs

    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: barbeque
    Author: Kita Roberts
    Prep Time8 hrs 20 mins
    Cook Time2 hrs
    Resting Time10 mins
    Total Time10 hrs 20 mins
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 191kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 racks pork spare ribs
    • 2-3 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon paprika
    • 1 tablespoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • ½ teaspoon cumin
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ½ teaspoon chili powder
    • ¼ ground mustard
    • Apple Cider Vinegar

    Instructions

    • Mix the brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, salt, garlic salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, onion powder, chili powder, and ground mustard in a large bowl.
    • Add one tablespoon more of brown sugar for a sweeter rib.
    • Remove one heaping tablespoon or the spice mix to be used later and set the rest aside.
    • Trim the membrane from the back of the pork ribs using a sharp knife and a good grip. After a few initial swipes, the membrane should pull off the back with a little tug. Use a paper towel to grip, making it easier to pull.
    • When the membrane has been removed, cut the racks in half.
    • Season all sides liberally with the spice mix.
    • Wrap and refrigerate for 8 to 12 hours before smoking.
    • When ready to cook, arrange heated coals for indirect heat with a drip pan positioned below where the ribs will be placed.
    • Allow the grill to preheat to 250 degrees.
    • Throw a few chunks of lump hardwood over the hot coals to create a delicious smoked flavor and arrange the racks of ribs over the drip pan.
    • Cover and cook for about 1 hour, keeping an eye on the temperature.
    • Baste the ribs with a bit of apple cider vinegar.
    • Cover and cook for another hour to hour and a half.
    • Continue to keep an eye on the temperature of the grill, adjusting the air vents as needed.
    • Baste the ribs once or twice more while cooking.
    • When ribs are close to done, baste the ribs one last time and sprinkle the tablespoon of spice mix you set aside over the meaty side of the ribs to finish the cook.
    • Pull the ribs off when the meat is fork tender and has pulled back from the bones.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Memphis-Style Smoked Pork Ribs
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 191 Calories from Fat 117
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 13g20%
    Saturated Fat 4g25%
    Cholesterol 45mg15%
    Sodium 2380mg103%
    Potassium 195mg6%
    Carbohydrates 8g3%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 6g7%
    Protein 9g18%
    Vitamin A 1030IU21%
    Calcium 24mg2%
    Iron 1.2mg7%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information provided is an estimate. For specific health concerns, please put the recipe into your Dr recommended nutrition calculator.
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    This recipe was originally developed for my partnership with Char-Broil.

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    Hey, I'm Kita, the Meat Maven, outdoor junkie, campfire connoisseur, adventure-seeking and world traveled recipe developer and photographer behind GirlCarnivore.com. My mission is to break down savory eats and inspire you to get a little grit under your nails while having fun with your food. READ MORE

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    1. Dave says

      April 08, 2021 at 7:39 am

      whats that bbq sauce? 🤔

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