Ribs revolution: 15 smoked ribs recipes to set you up for summer

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You’ll be set all summer long with these 15 different smoked ribs recipes using racks of pork, beef and even lamb.

Slab of St. Louis-style ribs on smoker.
St. Louis-style ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Smoked Beef Back Ribs

slab of beef back ribs on grill.
Beef back ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Smoked beef back ribs are a great alternative to the more expensive short ribs and they’re still packed with rich beefy flavor.
Get the Recipe: Smoked Beef Back Ribs

How to Smoke Baby Back Ribs

Platter of baby back ribs.
Baby back ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Smoking a great rack of baby back ribs comes down mastering this basic method and learning pitmaster tricks to cooking with your senses.
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Hot and Fast Ribs

sliced hot and fast ribs.
Smoked hot and fast ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

If you’re running short on time but still want awesome barbecue, try smoking hot and fast pork ribs. You’ll cut your time in half.
Get the Recipe: Hot and Fast Ribs

How to Smoke Dino Ribs (Beef Plate Ribs)

Single sliced dino bone on black background.
Smoked dino ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Dino ribs or beef plate ribs are the meatiest, beefiest ribs you can get. They’re like brisket on a stick.
Get the Recipe: How to Smoke Dino Ribs (Beef Plate Ribs)

Hickory Smoked Country Style Pork Ribs

close up of smoked country style pork ribs.
Country-style pork ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

When you want a meaty, succulent rib, go with smoked country style pork ribs braised in barbecue sauce. They’re fork tender and oh so satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Hickory Smoked Country Style Pork Ribs

Grilled Tender Juicy Boneless Beef Ribs

Single smoked boneless beef rib.
Boneless beef ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

You don’t have to be a diehard pitmaster to make tender juicy boneless beef ribs. All you need is a little time, a grill and some foil.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Tender Juicy Boneless Beef Ribs

Grilled Kalbi (Korean Short Ribs)

grilled single kalbi rib with green onions.
Kalbi ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

This recipe for grilled kalbi (Korean short ribs) uses two special ingredients to tenderize the meat and add sweetness to the vinegar and soy.
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Individually Smoked Pork Ribs

Individually smoked ribs on platter.
Individually smoked ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Individually smoked pork ribs deliver that flavorful barbecue bark in every bite, because all sides of the meat are exposed during the cook.
Get the Recipe: Individually Smoked Pork Ribs

BBQ Teriyaki Beef Finger Ribs

plate of grilled beef finger ribs.
Beef finger ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

If you’re looking for a unique, incredibly delicious meat dish, try this beef finger ribs recipe made with a teriyaki marinade.
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Maui Wowee Hawaiian BBQ Smoked Pork Ribs

sliced Maui Wowee Hawaiian BBQ Ribs.
Smoked Hawaiian BBQ ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Make these sweet, sticky, meaty Maui Wowee Hawaiian BBQ smoked pork ribs to bring the islands to your backyard.
Get the Recipe: Maui Wowee Hawaiian BBQ Smoked Pork Ribs

Smoked St. Louis style ribs

Rack of sliced St. Louis style ribs.
Smoked St. Louis-style ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Many pitmasters use the tried-and-true 3-2-1 method when cooking St. Louis Style Ribs. This recipe and video will show you how easy it is.
Get the Recipe: Smoked St. Louis style ribs

Fall-off-the bone smoked 3-2-1 Ribs

2 racks of St. Louis style ribs on the smoker.
3-2-1 ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Follow the tried-and-true 3-2-1 ribs method to create the most tender, fall-off-the-bone smoked ribs you’ve ever made.
Get the Recipe: Fall-off-the bone smoked 3-2-1 Ribs

Maple Brown Sugar Bacon Ribs

smoked ribs wrapped in bacon.
Bacon wrapped ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

What happens when you combine pig candy and barbecued ribs? You get bacon ribs – the tastiest new trend for your summer backyard barbecue party.
Get the Recipe: Maple Brown Sugar Bacon Ribs

Grilled Lamb Chops

raw lamb chops with herbs and garlic.
Grilled lamb chops. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

If you’re new to lamb, I recommend trying grilled lamb chops cut from a rib roast. The meat is tender and flavorful like ribeye with a bright, sweet finish.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Lamb Chops

Baby Back Ribs on a Ninja Woodfire Grill

sliced baby back ribs on platter with sauce.
Ninja grilled baby back ribs. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Smoke fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs on the Ninja Woodfire Grill in less than two hours. You won’t believe the bark.
Get the Recipe: Baby Back Ribs on a Ninja Woodfire Grill

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