Beef short ribs (full rack)

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smokingseoulja

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May 21, 2016
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Missouri
Hey guys. So I've purchased 2 full racks of beef short ribs. They are about 6 to 6.5 lbs a piece. Nice and thick with a good marbling. Ive wanted to smoke some of these guys for along time but never had the chance until now. I'll be using my WSM.

My question to you guys is, how should I cook these? I've had a hard time finding a good procedure for a full rack. Should I cook them to a temp similar to a brisket(202)? Or should I just go off off shrinkage from the bone like I would on some baby backs? Maybe like 4 to 6 hours long?

Also, if you could share some recipes that have worked, I would love to hear them.

Thanks for all y'all's help in advance and can't wait to hear your thoughts.
 
Look into the 3-2-1 method. It works well for beef ribs. 3 hours on the grate, 2 hours foiled to braise, 1 hour back on the grate. This timing is a guideline and works with your smoker running at 250. When you foil you can add a bit of liquid (beer, beef broth, wine, etc), or not. After fooling and back on the grate you can sauce or not.

Typically I use SPOG (salt pepper onion garlic) for seasoning.

Now for another option hot and fast. Pit temp 325. About 90 minutes no foiling straight cook on the grate.
 
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