Southern Ribs Recipe
Description: Dive into the heart of Southern cuisine with these mouthwatering Southern Ribs. This recipe promises a delectable experience straight from the South, courtesy of lovewithrecipes.com.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 3
Keywords: Meat, Weeknight, < 4 Hours, Easy 🍖🌟
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 54.7
- Fat Content: 0g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 0.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 0g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 0g
- Protein Content: 0g
Ingredients:
- 1 rack of ribs
- 1/4 cup Southern Comfort
- Seasoned Pepper
- Smoke chips (Applewood or Alder)
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ribs:
- Start by taking the rack of ribs and removing the membrane from the back. This step is crucial for ensuring tenderness and flavor absorption during cooking.
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Seasoning:
- Generously season the ribs with Seasoned Pepper, ensuring that each inch of the meat is coated evenly for maximum flavor.
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Chill Time:
- Once seasoned, wrap the ribs and refrigerate them for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and infuse into the meat. Alternatively, you can place them on ice to keep them fresh until grilling time.
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Marinating:
- Approximately two hours before you plan to grill, pour a 1/4 cup of Southern Comfort over the ribs. Massage the Southern Comfort into the meat, ensuring it’s evenly distributed and penetrates the surface for a Southern-inspired flavor profile that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds.
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Grilling:
- Fire up your grill to medium heat and prepare it for indirect grilling. While the grill is heating, soak your smoke chips in water for about 30 minutes. Drain them and place them in a small pan or foil packet.
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Smoking and Grilling:
- Once the grill is ready, place the smoke chips on one side of the fire to create a smoky flavor infusion. Carefully place the ribs on the grill opposite the heat source, ensuring they’re not directly over the flames. This indirect grilling method allows for slow, even cooking, resulting in tender, juicy ribs with a hint of smokiness.
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Cooking Time:
- Grill the ribs for about 1 hour, turning occasionally and basting with any remaining Southern Comfort marinade for added flavor and moisture.
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Check for Doneness:
- To ensure your ribs are cooked to perfection, use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare or 160°F for medium. The meat should be tender and easily pull away from the bone.
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Resting and Serving:
- Once cooked to your desired doneness, remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Then, slice between the bones and serve hot with your favorite Southern sides, such as coleslaw, baked beans, or cornbread, for a true taste of the South.
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Enjoy!
- Gather your friends and family around the table and indulge in the irresistible flavors of these Southern Ribs. With each tender bite, savor the rich, smoky essence of the South, and let the culinary magic transport you to a place where comfort and flavor reign supreme. 🍴🔥
