Ribs- First Timer Requests Timing Help

garthb4903 · March 2017

Using the Large, what do you recommend on time/temp for a rack?

CTMike · March 2017

This would be a good start for your first rack:

http://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1133699/car-wash-mikes-baby-back-rib-class/p1

Killit_and_Grillit · March 2017

http://eggheadforum.com/discussion/1133699/car-wash-mikes-baby-back-rib-class#latest

Try these. Pretty popular

SoCalTim · March 2017

On my Lg, 275 is it's sweet spot. So, with that in mind ... for Babybacks, 275 (no foil) ... start checking them at the 3.5 hr mark. Should be done at about 4 hrs.

The bend test is one way to know their done - If you have a thermapen, 195 or so (for me) is done.

pgprescott · March 2017

SoCalTim said:

On my Lg, 275 is it's sweet spot. So, with that in mind ... for Babybacks, 275 (no foil) ... start checking them at the 3.5 hr mark. Should be done at about 4 hrs.

The bend test is one way to know their done - If you have a thermapen, 195 or so (for me) is done.

I agree with this. Keep it simple. Bones down, flat. Depending on the particular piece of meat, they could be done in 3.5, but usually 4 or so. I use the toothpick test exclusively. Poke between the rib bones and when it releases freely, like butter, they are done. If you want fall off the bone leave them another 30 minutes, but I don't recommend doing so. Good luck and enjoy!