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Traeger Smoked Baby Back Ribs Recipe (Fall-Off-The-Bone Tender!)

Traeger Smoked Baby Back Ribs

Welcome to the ultimate guide for mastering the art of smoking baby back ribs on your Traeger grill! If you’ve been searching for that perfect, fall-off-the-bone tenderness combined with a smoky flavor that makes your taste buds dance, you’ve landed in the right place.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 2 racks baby back ribs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce optional

Equipment

  • Traeger Grill
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Brush
  • Aluminum foil
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your Traeger grill to 225°F (107°C).
  2. Step 2: Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the ribs, spreading it evenly.
  4. Step 4: In a mixing bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar.
  5. Step 5: Generously apply the spice mixture to both sides of the ribs.
  6. Step 6: Place the ribs on the grill grates, bone-side down.
  7. Step 7: Close the grill lid and smoke the ribs for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender.
  8. Step 8: If desired, brush 1 cup of barbecue sauce on the ribs during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  9. Step 9: Once done, remove the ribs from the grill and let them rest for 10 minutes.
  10. Step 10: Slice the ribs between the bones and serve.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, consider experimenting with different wood chips in your Traeger, like hickory or apple.