Best way to cook ribs?

[BossChief]

I'm usually a burger/brats guy but today I thought I'd try my hand at cooking some pork loin ribs on the grill. My grill is gas and has three burners.

Before I start, I thought I'd consult the many experts we have on here from the best place for BBQ in the USA.

I have 2 4 pound racks to work with.

What's the best way to do this?

Sorry if repost.

[JoeyChuckles]

I would cook them until they are done, and then eat them.

That's just me though.

[cdcox]

Boil them and rub them with liquid smoke.

[Canofbier]

Originally Posted by cdcox

Boil them and rub them with liquid smoke.

Boiling ribs should be illegal.

[Canofbier]

Unless it's in one of those nifty sealed bags, maybe. All the flavor, fat and moisture leaves the meat otherwise.

[BossChief]

Originally Posted by cdcox

Boil them and rub them with liquid smoke.

That doesnt sound good.

[Pasta Little Brioni]

Microwave pink slime, add cheap sauce, and serve on a bun. Millions and millions served.

[cdcox]

Originally Posted by BossChief

That doesnt sound good.

This thread probably has some better ideas:

http://www.chiefsplanet.com/BB/showthread.php?p=3991937

3-2-1: 3 hours unwrapped and rubbed at 225; 2 hours foiled; 1 hour unwrapped and either mopped or slathered with your favorite sauce. Can't go wrong with that for beginners. Eventually you'll develop your own style and preferences but for first time, employ 3-2-1

[BossChief]

Originally Posted by Phobia

3-2-1: 3 hours unwrapped and rubbed at 225; 2 hours foiled; 1 hour unwrapped and either mopped or slathered with your favorite sauce. Can't go wrong with that for beginners. Eventually you'll develop your own style and preferences but for first time, employ 3-2-1

On the grill or in the oven for best results?

Thanks btw

[cabletech94]

Originally Posted by BossChief

On the grill or in the oven for best results?

Thanks btw

just watched guys big bite this morning. he did an oven baked method. after they were done (around 2 hours i think) they looked fantastic.

i've never cooked ribs myself for fear of ruining a semi-expensive meal, but after watching it this morning, i may try.

re: looks faster than smoking

[buddha]

Originally Posted by cabletech94

just watched guys big bite this morning. he did an oven baked method. after they were done (around 2 hours i think) they looked fantastic.

i've never cooked ribs myself for fear of ruining a semi-expensive meal, but after watching it this morning, i may try.

re: looks faster than smoking

Faster does not equal better.

Smoking is always better. Low and slow. Keep the temp around 230-250, with indirect heat. You can finish them over some heat and low flame to caramelize the sauce onto the ribs. The best advice comes next...when they are done, take them off and wrap them in foil for at least 30 mins. The meat has to have time to relax.

I've produced decent quick ribs on the grill, but they are never as good as doing them in a smoker and taking the time.

When in doubt, start with baby backs and work your way up to spare ribs. baby backs are much more forgiving.

[Stewie]

Originally Posted by Phobia

3-2-1: 3 hours unwrapped and rubbed at 225; 2 hours foiled; 1 hour unwrapped and either mopped or slathered with your favorite sauce. Can't go wrong with that for beginners. Eventually you'll develop your own style and preferences but for first time, employ 3-2-1

If you put baby back ribs on a gas grill for three hours (to start) feed it to the dog.

[Johnny Vegas]

always apply the bbq last. leave it on long enough to caramelize and get a sticky layer.

[BossChief]

Originally Posted by Stewie

If you put baby back ribs on a gas grill for three hours (to start) feed it to the dog.

Yeah...I checked a cookbook I have for cooking times and it says at medium heat it should be 90-110 minutes.

Pretty sure Phil was trying to check for common sense or just trying to be a dick and have me ruin 25 bucks in ribs.

Oh well.