Newbie smoking ribs question

[alajolie]

Hi using a Traeger at 225 2 racks of pork ribs.
3hr 45min and I'm already at 175f temp. I was expecting at least 5hrs cook time. They are done 2 hrs early before dinner. Can I wrap in foil and set in the oven so they warm but don't dry out?

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• alajolie
• May 28, 2017

 

[chef jimmyj]

Most Temp guys take them to.,195. Do they bend 90° when you pick them up from one end? Probe tender? You may need more time...JJ

 

[alajolie]

No 90° bend. I was going off the package for 175° Makes me feel much better I still have time. Ok awesome I'll set my thermomemter for 195. Threw my corn on, so should finish about the same time. Thank you so much!

 

[joe black]

IMHO, the bend is more important than the temp. Just don't overlook them. Ribs get mushy when they're overdone.

Good luck, Joe....:grilling_smilie:

 

[chef jimmyj]

175 is certainly cooked, but you will have to rip and tear the meat off the bone. 195 will be bite through but tender...JJ

 

[alajolie]

Thank you 195f and the bend is my new way to look out for. The corn on the cob looked dry but came out awesome!

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• alajolie
• May 29, 2017

 

[SmokinAl]

Here is a tutorial on smoking ribs to temp instead of time.

http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/240916/perfect-ribs-every-time-this-really-works

This may give you some ideas.

Al