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Trader Joe's baby back ribs

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SmokeyPitt
SmokeyPitt Posts: 10,490
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I picked up some ribs at Trader Joe's on Saturday.  What I found interesting is these ribs were smaller than the loin back ribs I find at Kroger, Sam's, etc.  They were $4.99 a lb so a little on the pricey side for TJ's but they were really good.  I liked the fact that I could easily fit them on the large without cutting them.  These are also not too thick so you get all rib meat instead of excess loin meat.  I would definitely do these again. Cooked them about 250 for around 4.5 hours and then foiled for 45 minutes.  I added sauce to the foil packets for about 10 minutes and then back on the grid another 10-15 to set the sauce. 



After saucing:


I used this sauce and it was pretty good.  For the price ($6.50) I'm not sure I would get it again.  



Which came first the chicken or the egg?  I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. 

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  • tgs2401
    tgs2401 Posts: 423
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    I have a friend that swears by Trader Joe's ribs. One of these days I'm going to give them a try. Your cook looks great.
    One large BGE in Louisville, KY.
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  • Photo Egg
    Photo Egg Posts: 12,110
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    Outstanding. Wish I had a TJ that was easy to get to...as well as a Costco.lol
    I drive past at least 4 Sam's Club stores going to work.
    Thank you,
    Darian

    Galveston Texas
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  • bgebrent
    bgebrent Posts: 19,636
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    They look delicious brother Pitt!  I'll have to give them a try.
    Sandy Springs & Dawsonville Ga
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  • Mickey
    Mickey Posts: 19,674
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    Photo Egg said:
    Outstanding. Wish I had a TJ that was easy to get to...as well as a Costco.lol
    I drive past at least 4 Sam's Club stores going to work.
    Living on an outer island must be tough  :o
    Salado TX & 30A  FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.   

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  • Mickey
    Mickey Posts: 19,674
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    Next time in TJ's will pick up. Really like that store. 50 miles from me but so is everything (to Austin). 
    Salado TX & 30A  FL: Egg Family: 3 Large and a very well used Mini, added a Mini Max when they came out (I'm good for now). Plus a couple Pit Boss Pellet Smokers.   

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  • SmokeyPitt
    SmokeyPitt Posts: 10,490
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    Thanks all.  TJ's is a little off my beaten path but it is worth a trip.  For things like spices, sauces, salsa, cheese, pickles, mustard, etc. they have some great products and the prices are good.   My kids really like the frozen mac and cheese. 

    Which came first the chicken or the egg?  I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. 

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  • JohnnyTarheel
    JohnnyTarheel Posts: 6,541
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    Looks great!!
    Charlotte, NC - Large BGE 2014, Maverick ET 733, Thermopen, Nest, Platesetter, Woo2 and Extender w/Grid, Kick Ash Basket, Pizza Stone, SS Smokeware Cap, Blackstone 36"
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  • DeltaNu1142
    DeltaNu1142 Posts: 266
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    Not to hijack... but the best pizzas I've made on the Egg have comprised 100% TJ ingredients.

    Mainly because all of the other times I've done pizza, I've screwed something up.  :s
    LBGE | CyberQ | Adjustable Rig | SmokeWare Cap | Kick Ash Basket | Table Build | Tampa, FL
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  • CharleyR
    CharleyR Posts: 103
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    Thanks for the heads up!  I have a TJs very close by but never had considered them for meat.  I'll be sure to give them a try. 
    Large BGE 2013; Mini Max 2015; Adj Rig; DigiQ
    Ample supply of bourbon and cigars!
    Naperville, IL
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  • SmokeyPitt
    SmokeyPitt Posts: 10,490
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    DeltaNu1142 said:
    Not to hijack... but the best pizzas I've made on the Egg have comprised 100% TJ ingredients.

    Mainly because all of the other times I've done pizza, I've screwed something up.  :s
    @DeltaNu1142 - no worries on the hijack.  I have tried their dough and sauce and it was really good. 

    CharleyR said:
    Thanks for the heads up!  I have a TJs very close by but never had considered them for meat.  I'll be sure to give them a try. 
    @CharleyR - sure thing.  They don't have a huge selection of meat so I was surprised to find ribs there.  They do have some good finds such as tri tip and lamb.  Also during thanksgiving season they have turkeys.  They are pre-brined, fresh never frozen, and a good price.  

    Which came first the chicken or the egg?  I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. 

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  • victor1
    victor1 Posts: 225
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    How cool is this?  I just picked up two racks  a week ago at TJ's while coming back from vacation.  Very anxious to try them.   Thanks for the information as to how you  did em.
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