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how long to smoke ribs at 225

How Long To Smoke Ribs At 225?

Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 1 rack of pork ribs (baby back or spare ribs)
  • Dry rub seasoning of your choice
  • Apple juice, apple cider vinegar, or water (for spritzing)
  • Barbecue sauce (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs, if desired.
  • Season the ribs generously with dry rub seasoning on both sides, making sure to massage it into the meat.
  • Place the ribs on the smoker grates, bone side down.
  • Smoke for 3 hours, spritzing with apple juice, apple cider vinegar, or water every hour.
  • After 3 hours, wrap the ribs in aluminum foil and return to the smoker for another 2-3 hours.
  • Take the ribs out of the foil and position them once again on the smoker grates.
  • Brush barbecue sauce onto the ribs, if desired, and continue cooking for another hour.
  • The ribs are done when the internal temperature reaches 190-205°F and the meat is tender and easily pulled apart with a fork.
  • Let the ribs rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
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