How To Smoke Ribs In A Charcoal Smoker?

Can you smoke ribs with just charcoal?

Unlike a steak or hamburger, you can’t just throw a rack of ribs over some hot coals and grill it (unless you enjoy tough, dry ribs).

Authentic baby back & BBQ spare ribs are slow-smoked for 4½ hours over charcoal and wood.

How long do you smoke ribs in a charcoal smoker?

Smoke the ribs for about 5 hours, applying your mop about every 45 minutes. The thickest part of the rack of ribs should be about 170-180 degrees F if a constant temperature was maintained while smoking. During the last hour, I wrap the ribs in foil after applying my mop, and I put them back on the smoker.

How long does it take to smoke ribs at 225 degrees?

3 hours

How do you smoke ribs in a wood smoker?

Start smoker on the smoke setting for 5-10 minutes. Increase heat to 225 F degrees. Smoke the ribs, meaty side up, for 3 hours. Leave smoker on at 225 F degrees and place ribs on foil sheets.