Now i do the smoke in the bradley, then i do 2hours in covered foil pans in a 225 oven with applejuice and cider and maybe some of the rub, then. Why do my ribs never come out right using the 3 2 1 method. Louis style ribs to come out right using the famous 321 method. The basic theory of the 3 2 1 method is that you smoke for three hours, wrap in foil and cook an additional 2 hours aka the texas crutch, and unfoil. After cooking my ribs, i found that they were not as tender. The 321 ribs method is a great way for cooking whole spare ribs. It is a very interesting read if you like learning how to cook. The basic theory of the 321 method is that you smoke for three hours, wrap in foil and cook an additional 2 hours aka the texas crutch, and unfoil, slather with bbq sauce and cook for a final 1 hr.
My favorite rib recipe, plus 8 tips for righteous ribs by nancy loseke. I like to share the thrifty, creative ways that i make changes in my home in. I first encountered the technique researching my book ribs, ribs, outrageous ribs. It is the simplest method to get the most tender ribs when smoking pork ribs. Here is a wonderful home grown video that shows how we agree that the 321 method is used. Many competitive barbecue teams use the triedandtrue 321 method when cooking st. The 321 ribs method is a barbecuing phrase many novice pitmasterstobe arent yet familiar with.
For the lady asking about the cooking temp with then 321 method, smoke 180190 3 hours, foil at 250 for 2 hours, about 375 last hour to set the moisture. I typically use a simpler method that my family loves, but i think the rubs turn out too mushy so i want to expand my horizons. World class baby back ribs from a traeger or louisiana grill. Each number signifies the number of hours per phase. The last time i did 3 2 1 the ribs were falling apart. Baby back ribs using the 221 method qview thread in pork thread starter started by daricksta, start date jul 1. He uses the 3 2 1 method to cook his ribs just like i have done. I firmly believe that you should cook food the way you like it, and ribs are no different. Jan 10, 20 countdown to better pork ribs with this secret from competition rib teams. Louis style ribs and prep them with yellow mustard. This will work, but most of us do not want to get out of bed at 6 am to start cooking dinner. May 10, 2016 the 321 ribs method is a barbecuing phrase many novice pitmasterstobe arent yet familiar with.
Then, two hours wrapped in foil with some liquid usually apple juice or apple cider but ill give you my recipe for something much better, and then one hour with bbq sauce after the ribs have. The 3 2 1 stands for how many hours you cook each phase. This recipe makes barbecue ribs that are as easy as 123. We love using our big green egg to make this recipe, because it makes temperature control a snap and. The recipe is called 321, as there are three important steps to learn. We use a white wine and apple cider vinegar to give the ribs a tangy taste. Otherwise, cook times will have to be modified if cooking with baby back ribs or spare ribs. Spare ribs are meatier and have more fat than backs, so they do especially well with smoked flavor. On this day, i thought i would take on a variation to the tried and true 321 method. Carefully remove the foil from the ribswatch out for hot steamand brush the ribs on both sides with traeger bbq sauce. Arrange the ribs directly on the grill grate and continue to grill until the sauce tightens for 1 additional hour.
Start by smoking your ribs for 3 hours, then cook inside foil for 2 hours and finish by removing from foil and brushing on sauce for up to an hour. In essence, the 321 method specifically applies to spare ribs the same methodology can be. When smoking ribs what is the 321 or the 322 method. This gives the meat time to soak in smoke during the first three hours, when most smoke is absorbed. Ive played with cooking ribs at all kinds of temps, wrapping, not wrapping, etc. However, learning the magic behind this phrase is going to ensure you get perfectly smoked ribs every time. The biggest complaint most people have with ribs is that they turn out dry and tough. In some areas of the country they cut down bone in butt and sale as country style ribs, cook accordingly. Bend tests, pig sweat, even using a toothpick or probe to feel for tenderness will avoid your ribs from overcooking in foil when you cant see them.
Perfect bbq ribs using raichlens new math the 311 chez. Ok i know how to use the 3 1 1 method now thanks to many of you and bubba, but heres my question. This super simple recipe takes all the confusion out of making ribs without sacrificing any flavor. Add ribs directly to 225 degree grill and continue to cook for one hour or until barbecue sauce sets. Competition style smoked pork ribs what we have learned about competition style ribs, along with a recipe and an explanation of the method of smoking ribs. Jan 17, 20 for the 3 2 1 method i recommend using spare ribs. Lets discuss this concept in more detail and see why it might not be for you. In my humble opinion this method produces the highest quality in ribs when its all said and done. My family, and lot of nonsmokers i know, love fall off the bone slcs where you take one bite resulting in a. I love smoking ribs and pork loin but i can never get the st.
Jan 09, 2017 perfect bbq ribs using raichlens new math the 311 it was 32f on december 31st here in central new england, and so it seemed as good a day as any for barbecue to me. This chardonnay is mediumbodied with a hint of oak. Jan 20, 2015 of course, the 3 hours of smoking spice crusted ribs puts plenty of flavor in, and the last hour spent cooking the ribs at a higher temperatureunwrapped and saucedis designed to apply a sweetsavory glaze to the surface. You may have heard of the 321 ribs method of smoking or grilling. Please note this cooking method and the recipes are from s bbq newsletter.
Ribs, if cooked improperly, can result in tough meat that has to be ripped off the bone. Competition barbecuers sometimes call it the texas crutch. For me, the two hours in tightly wrapped foil is too long. Just follow this and you will see exactly how to do this method and produce the desired results you want. The 3 2 1 rib method is based on smoking ribs at a certain temperature for 3 hours, wrapping with liquid for 2 hours, and saucing for the final 1 hour. A super simple method, but some great ribs are created as a result. Im jessica, a mom on a mission to show other women that you can live well without breaking the bank. It is a simple, easytoremember way to get tender ribs in a. Place the wrapped ribs back into the smoker and cook no smoke at 120 deg c. He uses the 321 method to cook his ribs just like i have done. The 321 method the complete guide for smoking ribs.
I start by cutting my rack of ribs in half and removing the clear membrane from the back of the ribs. It creates ribs that are so tender that you can pull the meat off the bone with your fingers. Keine spare ribs im eigentlichen sinne, vielmehr sind es rippenknochen aus. Nothing is better for the 4th of july than smoked ribs. I have tried with and without foiling and my money is on foiling every time. You might have heard of the 321 method which is great for cooking full spare ribs, however for baby back ribs or st. Btw, 3 2 1 is a guideline for spares to use, until you learn to judge by sight and feel, and it will wrech a rack of babybacks. I was cooking ribs at about 250 before i got the bell, but it settles in at 275 and i. We were attending a new years eve gettogether that evening with some friends and offered to bring some ribs. Smoking ribs is as easy as 321 the smoke house store. Im cooking ribs tomorrow, but will have access to a grill or a smoker. Aaron talks a lot about the science of smoking meats and this book is more a how to smoke meat right and not just a recipe book. Remove the ribs from the foil and paint on the sauce.
When you use the 321 method you are relying on the 3 as a guide line. Just noticed that i said i will have access to a grill or smoker tomorrow. Moisturize the ribs before cooking by slathering them with a. I use the 321 method which i thought was standard but anyways, theyre the most tender, fall off the bone ribs known to man. The 321 method of smoking ribs guarantees tender, falloffthebone ribs. I do a lot of ribs and the above posts sound like some good info.
Combine the bbq sauce and apple juice to create a thin glaze. The 3 2 1 ribs method is a barbecuing phrase many novice pitmasterstobe arent yet familiar with. Next, i rub them down with good ol yellow mustard, then coat them with our favorite rub for ribs, dizzy pig. In a pot on medium heat add the shallots, a pinch of salt and a bit of olive oil. One of the most popular is a method referred to as 3 2 1. Yesterday i applied the 2 2 1 method for smoking two racks of baby backs and in my opinion, although the ribs turned out moist and very juicy, 2 2. The 3 2 1 method so named for the three sets of cooking times for smoking ribs nearly guarantees tender, falloffthebone ribs without a lot of extra effort. The premise of this method is to smoke the ribs in specific hour long increments typically at 225 degrees fahrenheit.
Competition is all about adjustments while cooking. This method is used many professionals for smoking ribs. This is a post i have been looking forward to writing for a long time. The best cook time for your ribs will vary depending on weight of the rib, cooker temps, fat content, etc. As for the foil i dont add anything i just wrap them extremely tight and toss them back in at 225 and usually in 23 hrs they are starting to pull away from. Louisstyle pork ribs smoky dry rub rib braising liquid sweetandspicy barbecue sauce. Check out my super easy method for how to smoke ribs using the 221 method here. What it means is three hours of slow cooking your meat on your smoker or grill. Why do my ribs never come out right using the 321 method. The 321 method is in the traeger everyday cookbook. Rub both sides of slabs with smoky dry rub about 3 to 4. Countdown to better pork ribs with this secret from competition rib teams. This method, often called 3 2 1, is easy and generally fool proof. I made this rub for chicken it was pretty powerful, but when i used the leftovers on baby back ribs, it was amazing.
As with any rib recipe, you have to start by removing the silverskin that pesky membrane on the back. For this recipe, we use the more affordable spare ribs, instead of baby back ribs. You begin cooking your ribs boneside down for a total of three hours 3, then wrapping in foil to cook for two hours boneside up 2, and finishing with another hour of cooking unwrapped boneside down 1. We enjoyed these ribs paired with the remaining chardonnay wine from ck mondavi. Wrap the ribs and return to the smoker and cook for 2 hours. The first couple times i did baby back ribs 321 i used the foil wrap method and it was more trouble than it was worth. These 3 2 1 ribs are perfect to just bite right off the bone. Place the wrapped ribs back into the smoker and cook no smoke at. Our famously easy 3 2 1 ribs recipe will make your rib game the envy of the neighborhood.
This years fourth of july guests are going to be treated to the ribs they remember. The 321 method for perfect barbecue pork ribs the spruce. If you are looking for the fall off the bone type of rib then this is probably for you. Known as 321 or 321 ribs, because of the hours involved in each step of cooking. Arrange the ribs directly on the grill grate and continue to grill until the sauce tightens for 1. In my experiences, the ribs fall of the bone and are more like cooking in the crock pot.
The meat was falling off the bone which is what most people want but for me that was the ribs being slightly overdone. Personally im not a fan of the 321 method but it definitely works. Times are exact for the temperatures, any more and they will fall apart taking them off the grill. I am testing the 321 method for smoking baby back ribs today. Traegers famous 321 ribs recipe is so easy and super simple to make. Before we dig in, though, its important to have your favorite barbeque sauce and barbeque seasoning nearby. Im going back to the lessons i learned when testing recipes for the rib book.
Baby back ribs using the 221 method qview smoking meat. In some versions of the method you finish the ribs by direct grilling over a hot fire. This video shows you an easy recipe for cooking amazing spare ribs, using the 321 method on the big green egg. Also, do not use this technique on country ribs or beef ribs, it doesnt work as well because the country ribs are too lean and the cook times along with the. Today on recipe friday i thought i would share my favorite method for making tender, moist ribs. Follow this and have the the best ribs to ever come out of an oven. When smoking ribs what is the 321 or the 322 method refer to. If youve never smoked ribs at home before, this is a great starter recipe.
I have tried less and more smoke than the 3 hours but i usually stick to 3 hours now. Many competitive barbecue teams use the triedandtrue 3 2 1 method when cooking st. The 3 2 1 method allows you to time your ribs to perfection. This recipe and video will show you how easy it is. It is a simple, easytoremember way to get tender ribs in a reasonable amount of time.
A variation i had been reading about on the barbecue. The 321 stands for how many hours you cook each phase. Perhaps that explains the popularity of the 3 2 1 method for cooking ribs. Spare ribs are meatier and have more fat than backs, so they do especially this recipe makes barbecue ribs that are as easy as 123. The 321 method allows you to time your ribs to perfection. Thats where you smoke the ribs for 3 hours at 225 degrees, wrap in foil for 2, then unwrap and sauce for the last hour. As with any rib recipe, you have to start by removing the. The 3 2 1 rib method is based on smoking ribs at a certain temperature for 3 hours, wra. Smoking ribs is as easy as 321hearty and summery, ribs have become as integral a part of the american lexicon as apple pie, cheeseburgers, and hot dogs. Bbq recipies tips and techniques barbeque recipes brines etc.
Spareribs grillen so werden deine rippchen weltklasse springlane. If youre cooking baby back ribs or st louisstyle ribs then you should be using the shorter 211 method instead. I adjust my time of the foiling depending how my ribs look after 3. Apr 25, 2017 the 321 method and i are officially parting ways. How to cook 3, 2, 1, ribs traeger style this is how i do traeger style 3 2 1 ribs. The 3 2 1 method is in the traeger everyday cookbook. Today, im showing you an amazing method for smoking ribs. Return the foiled ribs to the grill and cook for approximately 2 hours. Add the ribs then cover with the apple juice, brown sugar and butter. Here is how i smoke ribs using the 2 2 1 method, and they come out perfect every single time. Once you master this technique, it can become the foundation to your own secret rib recipe. My family, and lot of nonsmokers i know, love fall off the bone slcs where you take one bite resulting in a mouthful of meat and a bone in your hand. If you know how to smoke pork ribs, then all you need to know about the 321 method is that you smoke as normal for 3 hours, followed by 2 hours cooking wrapped in foil, and finally 1 more hour unwrapped. This is a quick picture tutorial for the process i used when i cooked ribs back in 2004.
My favorite rib recipe, plus 8 tips for righteous ribs. Perhaps that explains the popularity of the 321 method for cooking ribs. These instructions for smoking pork spareribs and baby back ribs, using the 321 method, create tender fall off the bone ribs. Here is a wonderful home grown video that shows how we agree that the 3 2 1 method is used. Smoke as normal for 3 hours, followed by 2 hours cooking wrapped in foil, and finally 1 more hour unwrapped and finish with bbq sauce andor on direct flame for appearance. The 3 2 1 method takes its name from the way you cook your ribs. Carefully remove the ribs and wrap in thick tinfoil pour in the other half a glass of wine and seal well. Jun 26, 2012 the first couple times i did baby back ribs 3 2 1 i used the foil wrap method and it was more trouble than it was worth. As we discussed in the last post, baby back ribs are much more tender than spare ribs, and they do not need six hours of cook time to ensure a. Wrapping the ribs in foil during the second cooking time is the trick. Because i was seduced, as were many barbecuers, by the 321 method.
When you use the 3 2 1 method you are relying on the 3 as a guide line. Getting those perfectly smoked ribs can be difficult, especially if you are brand new to the world of smoking foods. Ive used the 321 method several times and found my mistake the first two times of using this method. Jun 30, 2017 the camp chef woodwind delivers some amazing ribs.
Louisstyle ribs cut to look like baby backs they dont take quite as long. May 16, 2015 aaron talks a lot about the science of smoking meats and this book is more a how to smoke meat right and not just a recipe book. Thats 3 hours on the smoker naked, 2 hours foiled then 1 hour naked. The traditional option is to do it the hard way and smoke ribs for 12 hours. Lay the ribs on a sheet of foil and slather both sides wth bbq sauce or whatever you like to slather with mustardbbq sauce etc. I recommend a sweeter sauce and a spicier rub, though this is entirely up to your interpretation. The last time i did 321 the ribs were falling apart.
If cooked the right way, ribs can be tender juicy and fall of the bone delicious. For the lady asking about the cooking temp with then 3 2 1 method, smoke 180190 3 hours, foil at 250 for 2 hours, about 375 last hour to set the moisture. And with shorter cooking times at higher temperatures, i can turn out 12 racks of righteous ribs in about 6. How to cook spare ribs 321 method big green egg youtube. Rib ticker rub, black pepper and a little brown sugar for the rub. In a field as disorderly as barbecue, numbers bring a certain comfort. A lodge showroom full of dutch ovens for campfire cooking. I am testing the 3 2 1 method for smoking baby back ribs today. For this recipe, we use the more affordable spare ribs, instead of.