Are these Ribs okay??

[BbqSniper]

Got some ribs from costco, going to smoke them today if they are okay… I’ve never seen any like this. Any thoughts? Didn’t feel slimy or smelly. Any help I’d appreciate!

 

[912smoker]

I'm old and hard of seeing. Are these beef ribs ??

Keith

 

[BbqSniper]

I'm old and hard of seeing. Are these beef ribs ??

Keith

yes, beef ribs

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

Looks like black bone caused by hemoglobin leakage from the cut bone. The hemoglobin turns black when exposed to air for a period of time.
Were the ribs cryovaced or loose wrapped?

 

[BbqSniper]

They were sealed in Costco packaging. I froze them at home in same packaging. Then thawed in the package in fridge to smoke today.

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

Black bone looks unappetizing but is totally safe.
You could always trim the affected portions for more visual appeal.

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

Beef Research - Black Bone Condition

www.beefresearch.org

 

[BbqSniper]

Black bone looks unappetizing but is totally safe.
You could always trim the affected portions for more visual appeal.

Thanks so much!

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

Thanks so much!

You're welcome. Glad to have been able to help.

BTW, If you get the chance, post up some pics when the ribs done.
We all love Q-vue around here at SMF.

 

[BbqSniper]

current condition of ribs after cutting out the black

 

[SecondHandSmoker]

Excellent way to make entrance!

Those are going to be some great ribs for sure.

 

[thirdeye]

It's due to a little more oxygen in the bags. Here is a good article that explains it. If they had 'turned' you would have noticed an off smell the instant you opened the packaging.

BYI, these beef ribs are the same as baby back ribs on a hog. The same ribs that are on a prime rib roast. They are fine eating.

 

[bigfurmn]

Oh man those look incredible. I need to do some soon. Can’t wait to see the finished product.

 

[BbqSniper]

They didn’t have the best appearance but they were sure tasty! My wife and kids are ‘em up quick!

 

[912smoker]

Picked the bone clean
Great job on those ribs!!

Keith

 

[bauchjw]

Good job! I learned something too!

 

[TNJAKE]

Looks good. Love beef back ribs. Stop by the roll call forum and introduce yourself to us

 

[one eyed jack]

Welcome aboard. Good job on your ribs.

 

[Sven Svensson]

Looks great. And today I learned about black bone which sounds like a pirate disease or something that happens as a result of scurvy.

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Good looking ribs and welcome.