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How To Grill Ribs


Two words to remember is grilling awesome tender ribs... low and slow!

What Type of Ribs Should I Buy?

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Choosing the type of ribs to prepare is a little overwhelming. Pork spare ribs are a safe bet as they are tender, meaty, and cheaper than other types. Pick up a rack or two and head home.

Prepare Your Ribs

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Rinse the ribs in cold water then pat them dry with a paper towel. Find a rib rub and rub evenly into the meat.

Prepare the Grill

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The next step in grilling ribs is setting up the grill. If you're using charcoal (and you should), you want to start with a moderate amount of coals placed to one side of the grill bottom. Next to the coals place a foil pan. When the coals have ashed over, put on the grill itself and place your ribs over the foil pan. Next to the ribs, place another foil pan full of water. Why do it this way? Putting the coals off to one side, as well as not putting the ribs over coals, slows down the cooking process by indirectly grilling the meat. The foil pan next to the coals catches any drippings from the ribs, keeping them off the coals and prevents the coals from flaring up. Finally, the water in the foil pan next to the ribs will evaporate in the heat of the grill. This steam will help to keep the ribs moist during the time they are on the barbecue. So that's it. Cover the grill and sit back. Enjoy your favorite cold beverage. You are now the pit master and, as master of your own pit, it is your job to keep the grilling ribs "low and slow" by occasionally replenishing the coals or the water in the grill as needed.

Finish the Ribs

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The ribs will be done when the meat is separating from the bone. Most likely 3 to 4 hours. Now all you have to do is decide on the finish. Apply your favortie barbeque sauce to the ribs just prior to removing them from the grill. Don't leave the finished ribs on the grill. The sugars in the sauce caramelize and burn very quickly and will make your hours of effort at the pit a waste.

Remember, low and slow is the only way to go when you're grilling ribs.
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