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Delicious Labor Day BBQ ribs, perfectly grilled with a smoky crust

Labor Day BBQ Ribs

These Labor Day BBQ Ribs are a quick and delicious way to enjoy tender, flavorful ribs, perfect for your holiday cookout. This recipe focuses on maximizing flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ribs
  • 2 racks pork spare ribs
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1/2 cup BBQ rub
BBQ Sauce
  • 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
For Serving
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 cup coleslaw
  • pickles for garnish

Equipment

  • smoker or grill
  • large sheet of aluminum foil
  • basting brush
  • meat thermometer
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your smoker or grill to 275°F (135°C) and remove the membrane from the back of the ribs.
  2. Slather the ribs with yellow mustard, then generously apply your preferred BBQ rub, ensuring even coating.
Smoking
  1. Place the seasoned ribs directly on the grates, meat-side up, and smoke for 3 hours.
  2. After smoking, transfer the ribs to a large sheet of aluminum foil, shiny side down, and lightly brush with BBQ sauce.
Wrapping and Finishing
  1. Wrap the ribs tightly in the aluminum foil, ensuring no steam escapes, and return them to the smoker.
  2. Continue cooking for another 2 hours or until the ribs reach an internal temperature of 200-205°F (93-96°C).
  3. Unwrap the ribs, brush with a final layer of BBQ sauce, and return to the smoker for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce caramelizes slightly.
  4. Let the ribs rest for 15 minutes before slicing and serving with hamburger buns, coleslaw, and pickles.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider making your own BBQ rub and sauce. Adjust spice levels to your preference. Ensure the ribs are cooked until fork-tender for the best results.