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5-1-0 BBQ Ribs

Savory 5-1-0 BBQ Ribs: Tender, Juicy Perfection Awaits

Experience the transformative 5-1-0 BBQ Ribs method, ensuring juicy, tender flavors that will impress your friends and family.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: BBQ
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 1 rack Baby Back or St. Louis Spare Ribs Choose ribs with good fat marbling for optimal tenderness and flavor.
For the Seasoning Rub
  • 0.5 Tablespoon Sea Salt Essential seasoning.
  • 0.5 Tablespoon Celery Salt Adds depth to the flavor profile.
  • 1 Tablespoon Coarse Ground Pepper Provides a mild heat.
  • 1 Tablespoon Ancho Chile Powder Delivers a smoky essence.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances the savory notes.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder Balances the seasoning mix.
For the Mop Sauce
  • 1 Cup Coors Light Keeps the ribs moist and flavorful.
  • 1 Cup Apple Juice Adds natural sweetness.
  • 0.25 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar Enhances tanginess for balance.
For Wrapping
  • 1 roll Aluminum Foil Essential for wrapping the ribs to lock in moisture.

Equipment

  • smoker
  • spray bottle
  • Tongs
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for 5-1-0 BBQ Ribs
  1. Preheat your smoker to 250°F. Remove the membrane from the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Generously season the ribs with your dry rub and let them rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Place the seasoned ribs in the smoker, bone side down, and smoke for the first 2 hours.
  4. After two hours, apply the mop sauce every 30 minutes and flip the ribs at the three-hour mark, meat side down.
  5. After an hour, flip the ribs back to meat side up. They should show a reddish-brown color.
  6. At the five-hour mark, remove the ribs from the smoker and wrap them in foil with mop sauce.
  7. Return the wrapped ribs to the smoker for an additional hour.
  8. Unwrap the ribs and let them rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rackCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently in the oven at 250°F.

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