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Fall Off The Bone Ribs On The Grill

Fall Off The Bone Ribs On The Grill for Ultimate Flavor Bliss

Experience the joy of Fall Off The Bone Ribs On The Grill, embracing tender meat and a sweet tangy BBQ sauce.
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Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 lbs Baby Back Ribs
  • 2 lbs Spare Ribs
  • 2 lbs St. Louis-Style Ribs
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Vinegar substitute with white vinegar or lemon juice if preferred
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar honey or maple syrup can be used
  • 2 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder fresh onion or shallot powder can be used
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
For the BBQ Sauce (Optional)
  • 1 cup Your Favorite BBQ Sauce store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • Paper towel
  • Sealabe Plastic Bag

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your grill to a steady temperature of 225°F (107°C) for about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Remove the membrane from the back of the baby back ribs for better tenderness.
  3. Whisk together apple cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and optional cayenne pepper in a bowl.
  4. Marinate the ribs in the mixture for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  5. Soak wood chips in water for 30 minutes for added smoky flavor.
  6. Place the ribs bone-side down on the grill grates away from direct heat.
  7. Cook the ribs low and slow for 4-5 hours at 225°F (107°C), adding soaked wood chips every hour.
  8. Baste the ribs with BBQ sauce every 30 minutes in the final hour of cooking.
  9. Lift the ribs with tongs to check doneness; they should bend easily and the meat should pull away from the bones.
  10. Let the ribs rest for 10-15 minutes, then slice and serve with additional BBQ sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gCalcium: 10mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Always remove the membrane for tenderness. Maintain a consistent grill temperature of 225°F (107°C) for best results. Aim for at least two hours of marinating for improved flavor and tenderness.

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