Smoked Beef Ribs with Texas Rub

Ingredients

• 4 lbs beef ribs
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons mustard
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup water

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the beef ribs by trimming excess fat and removing the membrane from the back.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt to create the Texas rub.

3. 3

   Rub the mustard evenly over the beef ribs to help the seasoning stick, then generously apply the Texas rub on all sides of the ribs.

4. 4

   Wrap the seasoned ribs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate.

5. 5

   Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).

6. 6

   Once the smoker is ready, add wood chips of your choice (hickory or oak works great) and place the ribs bone-side down on the smoker rack.

7. 7

   Smoke the ribs for approximately 5 to 6 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C) for tender meat.

8. 8

   During the last hour of smoking, mix apple cider vinegar and water in a spray bottle and mist the ribs every 30 minutes to keep them moist.

9. 9

   Once done, remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.

10. 10

    Slice the ribs between the bones and serve with your favorite BBQ sauce and sides.