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“Dino Ribs” Smoked Beef Short Rib Traeger Recipe


  • Author: Alexandra
  • Total Time: 8 hours, 10 minutes

Description

This Dino rib recipe is a surefire way to get your hands on some of the most tender, juicy short ribs you’ve ever had. The rib rub contains a delicious blend of flavors that will make your mouth water!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 rack of beef plate ribs (about 4 to 5 pounds)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground mustard powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder

Rib spritz

  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 1/4 cup brandy

Instructions

  1. Start by preheating the Traeger grill to 250°F.
  2. Pick your desired wood pellets – for this recipe, hickory works well.
  3. Trim your ribs by cutting the membrane on the back of the ribs with a knife. Hold them with a paper towel when removing the membrane.
  4. Cover your ribs with dry rub on both sides and let them sit for about 10 to 20 minutes.
  5. Mix the apple juice with your brandy and place it in a spray bottle.
  6. Place the ribs in the smoker (bone side down) and let them smoke for 8 to 10 hours. Halfway through the cooking process, spritz the ribs with the liquid mixture every 30 minutes.
  7. Cook them this way until they reach an internal temperature of 203°F to 205°F – or until you can pierce them with a toothpick or fork. Be sure to check by using a meat thermometer.
  8. Once they reach this temperature range, get the ribs out of the smoker and wrap them up like brisket. You can use aluminum foil or butcher paper to wrap them.
  9. Let them rest between 30 and 45 minutes.
  10. Cut the rack into individual ribs and enjoy them with your favorite sides!
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours

Nutrition

  • Calories: 208kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 1615mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 19g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 28mg