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Grilled Beef Ribs

Grilled Beef Ribs

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These juicy and smoky grilled beef ribs are slow-cooked to perfection with a simple seasoning and optional BBQ sauce. Perfect for summer cookouts or cozy weekends, this easy recipe guarantees fall-off-the-bone goodness.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 racks beef back ribs (about 7 lbs. total)*

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ cup barbecue sauce (optional)

*If slabs aren’t available, use 16 individually cut beef ribs.

Instructions

  1. Preheat Grill
    Set one side of the grill to low heat (275°F). Leave the other side off to create an indirect cooking zone.

  2. Prep the Ribs
    Remove any excess fat or silver skin/membrane from the ribs. If needed, cut racks into individual ribs for easier grilling and serving.

  3. Season the Ribs
    Sprinkle the salt evenly over all sides of the ribs. Let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes while the grill heats.

  4. Grill Low and Slow
    Place the ribs on the unheated side of the grill. Close the lid and cook for 2 hours over indirect heat.

  5. Add Barbecue Sauce (Optional)
    Brush BBQ sauce over the ribs. Flip and coat both sides evenly.

  6. Continue Cooking
    Cook for an additional 30 to 60 minutes over indirect heat until meat pulls easily from the bone.

  7. Char for Final Texture (Optional)
    If desired, move ribs to direct heat for 2–3 minutes per side to achieve a lightly charred exterior.

  8. Rest & Serve
    Transfer ribs to a platter. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use foil wrapping during the last 30 minutes if ribs look dry.

  • Avoid charring too long—sugary sauces can burn quickly.

  • No need to boil ribs; low grilling preserves moisture and enhances flavor naturally.

  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free