Authentic Aaron Franklin Ribs Recipe You Must Make

Ever wondered how to impress your friends at the next barbecue? Well, step right up because today we’re diving into the smoky, meaty world of ribs! Get ready to channel your inner grill master and leave everyone at your backyard cookout wondering how you pulled it off. It’s time to unleash those ribs onto the grill and sprinkle some magic on ’em!

Get Ready to Smoke Those Ribs

First things first, we have to get our visuals in line! Feast your eyes on this beauty:

Smoking ribs with Aaron Franklin Now that we’ve set the stage for the deliciousness, let’s talk about what you’ll need for this rib-a-licious recipe:

Ingredients:

2 racks of pork ribs (baby back or spare, your pick!)
Your favorite rib rub (about 1/2 cup)
Apple cider vinegar (1/2 cup for spritzing)
BBQ sauce (for glazing, optional)
Wood chips (hickory or applewood work great)

Instructions:

First up, you need to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Yes, it sounds a bit barbaric, but it allows flavors to penetrate deeper. Just grab a paper towel, grip it, and pull that thing off!
Rub those ribs down! Coat them generously with your favorite rib rub, making sure to cover all sides. Let them sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
While those ribs are coming into their own, it’s time to prep your grill. Set it up for indirect grilling and throw in those wood chips to get the smoke rolling. Aim for a temperature of around 225°F.
Once the grill is ready, place the ribs on the cooler side of the grill, bone side down. Close the lid and let the magic happen! Plan on cooking for about 5-6 hours, spritzing with apple cider vinegar every hour to keep them moist.
About 30 minutes before they are done, you can slather on some BBQ sauce if desired. Let it caramelize on the grill for a sticky, sweet goodness!

When those ribs are finally done, they should be tender and pull apart easily. Serve them hot and watch everyone dive into that smoky, savory goodness. There’s no doubt about it: your friends will be begging for this rib recipe long after dinner is over!