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. Well, 321 is used on full slabs of spare ribs not cut down to st. The premise of this method is to smoke the ribs in specific hour long increments typically at 225 degrees fahrenheit. The solution is to cook till the meat is done, to the proper temp, and not to time. Oct 11, 2016 which is why im skeptical of formulaic approaches like the 321 method for cooking pork spare ribs. When you use the 321 method you are relying on the 3 as a guide line. 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. The popular 3 2 1 method for ribs results in meat that is tender and moist. 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. I do a lot of ribs and the above posts sound like some good info. After unwrapping the ribs from the foil, one rack was really difficult to pick up due to hit had already started falling off the bone.
We were attending a new years eve gettogether that evening with some friends and offered to bring some ribs. It is a very interesting read if you like learning how to cook. He uses the 321 method to cook his ribs just like i have done. This is the first time i have foiled pork spare ribs. Grab the skin with a paper towel and tear the membrane off in. Here is a wonderful home grown video that shows how we agree that the 321 method is used. Lets discuss this concept in more detail and see why it might not be for you. Wrapping the ribs in foil during the second cooking time is the trick. Louis trimmed slab of spare ribs using the 321 method. Jun 14, 2018 how to smoke baby back ribs with the 321 method. To get started, prep your ribs by patting them dry. Remove the silverskin membrane from the boneside of the ribs. The best cook time for your ribs will vary depending on weight of the rib, cooker temps, fat content, etc.
After 3 hours of grilling, remove ribs from grill and lay each slab on a sheet of foil. Last year, in what turned out to be one of my most visited blog posts to date, i wrote. The 321 method the complete guide for smoking ribs. And if you serve ribs cooked by the 321 method, 95 percent of the people who taste them will react with delight and will declare you a genius.
Follow this and have the the best ribs to ever come out of an oven. Next, i rub them down with good ol yellow mustard, then coat them with our favorite rub for ribs, dizzy pig. Remove the ribs from the foil and paint on the sauce. These instructions for smoking pork spareribs and baby back ribs, using the 321 method, create tender fall off the bone ribs. Gallery posted on january 9, 2012 by major league grilling. The 321 method is in the traeger everyday cookbook. A super simple method, but some great ribs are created as a result. 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.
Competition is all about adjustments while cooking. Louisstyle ribs cut to look like baby backs they dont take quite as long. The 321 method of smoking ribs guarantees tender, falloffthebone ribs. Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for indirect cooking over low heat 250 degrees. Its ideal for spare ribs, and its the perfect starter recipe for firsttimers or anyone looking for that melt in your mouth rib style. Once the ribs are finished cooking, remove your ribs from your smokergrill, wrap in foils and let rest for at least 10 minutes. This will work, but most of us do not want to get out of bed at 6 am to start cooking dinner. However, learning the magic behind this phrase is going to ensure you get perfectly smoked ribs every time. 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. Add the ribs then cover with the apple juice, brown sugar and butter. I dont care much for cooking at 225 so the 321 method times will not work for me. Here is a wonderful home grown video that shows how we agree that the 3 2 1 method is used.
If you are cooking back ribs, you may want to only cook for 1 hour. But steven raichlen questions whether it also takes away some of the bbq flavor. Carefully remove and discard foil smoking packets from grill. Two racks of spare ribs will be smoked at the same time, but with two different methods. 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 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. Here is how i smoke ribs using the 2 2 1 method, and they come out perfect every single time. I put recipe in quotes because cooking ribs is more of a process than a true recipeit may take a few goes to truly learn how your grill cooks and what tweaks you prefer to make the absolute best ribs for your taste. Unlike larger cuts of meat like brisket which i do love you can throw a rack of ribs on the smoker at noon and have them done by dinner time. Toshiba estudio 550 service manual free ebook download as pdf file.
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. In my humble opinion this method produces the highest quality in ribs when its all said and done. As presented in this video, it will not be my personal method for cooking ribs. It is a simple, easytoremember way to get tender ribs in a reasonable amount of time. I used the 3 2 1 method and tried to maintain 225 throughout.
Ribs are my goto when im in the mood for some smoked meat. Return the foiled ribs to the grill and cook for approximately 2 hours. Nothing is better for the 4th of july than smoked ribs. The 3 2 1 method takes its name from the way you cook your ribs.
Times are exact for the temperatures, any more and they will fall apart taking them off the grill. However, it has also stirred controversy in the bbq community due to differing opinions and variations of the method, so we decided to set things straight and show you how to cook ribs. Otherwise, cook times will have to be modified if cooking with baby back ribs or spare ribs. Combine the bbq sauce and apple juice to create a thin glaze. I start by cutting my rack of ribs in half and removing the clear membrane from the back of the ribs. Adding liquid in a 211 method is not necessary, but i like adding a little apple juice. 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. How to cook 3, 2, 1, ribs traeger style this is how i do traeger style 3 2 1 ribs.
I am testing the 3 2 1 method for smoking baby back ribs today. Its the most surefire way to overcook your ribs and take them beyond fall off the bone and turn them into. If youve never smoked ribs at home before, this is a great starter recipe. Just like a great steak, this will allow the moisture to. This is a demonstration video showing how you can make fall off the bone ribs using this method. 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. The biggest complaint most people have with ribs is that they turn out dry and tough. The flavor was amazing but the tenderness of the ribs were on the tough side. This method is used many professionals for smoking ribs. Im jessica, a mom on a mission to show other women that you can live well without breaking the bank. Foiling meat on a kamado is also sorta unnecessary. May 10, 2016 the 321 ribs method is a barbecuing phrase many novice pitmasterstobe arent yet familiar with. Jan 20, 2015 the popular 3 2 1 method for ribs results in meat that is tender and moist. Perfect bbq ribs using raichlens new math the 311 chez.
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. I usually use chili powder for the full first 1 but you can divide that and use another spice. The 3 2 1 ribs method is a barbecuing phrase many novice pitmasterstobe arent yet familiar with. The 3 2 1 method is in the traeger everyday cookbook. Each number signifies the number of hours per phase. These 3 2 1 ribs can stand alone, but if you are looking to pair it with something to offer a huge table spread, please check out some of our other favorite recipes like beer can chicken, cast iron grilled chicken, smoked turkey breast, and our grilled bbq pizza. A lodge showroom full of dutch ovens for campfire cooking.
A variation i had been reading about on the barbecue. And its just plain easy to get great results every time. Excellent as written for pork butt, ribs, and brisket. Toshiba estudio 550 service manual electrical resistance and. How to cook 3, 2, 1, ribs traeger style recipe snapguide.
This is a post i have been looking forward to writing for a long time. Adding liquid in a 2 1 1 method is not necessary, but i like adding a little apple juice. Plus 321 makes them around fall off the bone, the way i like my ribs. Louis style ribs to come out right using the famous 321 method. An alternative to the 321 method for grilling ribs. Today on recipe friday i thought i would share my favorite method for making tender, moist ribs. I love mediumrare beef, but i would think since there is a huge amount of fat on the ribs, it would be better to be more well done, like 321 gets you to. This involves three steps that we outline in the video. This gives the meat time to soak in smoke during the first three hours, when most smoke is absorbed. One of the most popular is a method referred to as 3 2 1. Place the wrapped ribs back into the smoker and cook no smoke at 120 deg c. 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. Just like a great steak, this will allow the moisture to redistribute. When smoking ribs what is the 321 or the 322 method refer to.
World class baby back ribs from a traeger or louisiana grill. The 321 method for perfect barbecue pork ribs the spruce. We enjoyed these ribs paired with the remaining chardonnay wine from ck mondavi. Perhaps that explains the popularity of the 321 method for cooking ribs. The 321 ribs method is a barbecuing phrase many novice pitmasterstobe arent yet familiar with. Use a butter knife and work the tip underneath the membrane over a middle bone. I never tried beef ribs any other way but 321 at 225. The 321ribs bbq method is easily one of the most popular ways to cook ribs, and in our opinion, its the best. Remove thin membrane from back of each slab by slicing into it and pulling it. Many competitive barbecue teams use the triedandtrue 321 method when cooking st.
The 321 rib method is a simple and foolproof way of cooking ribs to yield juicy, fall off the bone tenderness every time. Also, do not use this technique on country ribs or beef ribs, it. You might have heard of the 321 method which is great for cooking full spare ribs, however for baby back ribs or st. Some questions so hopefully i can get it better next time. I am testing the 321 method for smoking baby back ribs today. I have tried less and more smoke than the 3 hours but i usually stick to 3 hours now. Louis style ribs to come out right using the famous 3 2 1 method. You may have heard of the 321 ribs method of smoking or grilling. Thats 3 hours on the smoker naked, 2 hours foiled then 1 hour naked. 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. When smoking ribs what is the 321 or the 322 method. I like to share the thrifty, creative ways that i make changes in my home in the hopes that it will spark the creativity in someone else.
For those of you who are after really smoky and tender ribs and do not have a problem with using foil then please read on the 321 smoked rib recipe is a good way to smoke ribs and tends to turn out perfect ribs every time whether you are using the. The 3 2 1 method allows you to time your ribs to perfection. In this video we are not only explaining the 321 ribs method, but also comparing it to simply putting the ribs on the smoker for the whole smoke. Just noticed that i said i will have access to a grill or smoker tomorrow. Check out my super easy method for how to smoke ribs using the 221 method here. Carefully remove the foil from the ribswatch out for hot steamand brush the ribs on both sides with traeger bbq sauce. Louis trimmed slab of spare ribs using the 3 2 1 method. This channel is dedicated to the family and the love of cooking in the great outdoors. 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. Competition barbecuers sometimes call it the texas crutch.
Tear off 2 sheets of heavyduty aluminum foil, each about 2 1 2 times the length of a slab of ribs. Start by smoking your ribs for 3 hours, then cook inside foil for 2 hours and finish. Countdown to better pork ribs with this secret from competition rib teams. The 3 2 1 rib method is a simple and foolproof way of cooking ribs to yield juicy, fall off the bone tenderness every time. Smoke as normal for 3 hours, followed by 2 hours cooking wrapped in foil, and finally 1 more hour unwrapped and finish with. Which is why im skeptical of formulaic approaches like the 321 method for cooking pork spare ribs. On this day, i thought i would take on a variation to the tried and true 321 method. Pair the 3 2 1 ribs with one of these great dishes. Apply your spice rubmarinade or whatever you normally do for the bbq. Ive used the 321 method several times and found my mistake the first two times of. 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. 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.
Ok i know how to use the 3 1 1 method now thanks to many of you and bubba, but heres my question. Carefully remove the ribs and wrap in thick tinfoil pour in the other half a glass of wine and seal well. This recipe and video will show you how easy it is. Louis style ribs benefit most from the 3 2 1 method. How to smoke baby back ribs the 321 cooking process. Try them with an american brown ale or malbec wine. Arrange the ribs directly on the grill grate and continue to grill until the sauce tightens for 1 additional hour. These 3 2 1 ribs are perfect to just bite right off the bone. 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.
I have tried with and without foiling and my money is on foiling every time. Side ribs need the 2 hours, but i have found that back ribs turn out just as well cooking for just 1 hour in this second step. I firmly believe that you should cook food the way you like it, and ribs are no different. I wanted to see if how i cooked ribs in the past was the way that he did it. Aug 15, 2016 hi all, i did my second rib cook on saturday. Louisstyle pork ribs smoky dry rub rib braising liquid sweetandspicy barbecue sauce. Traegers famous 321 ribs recipe is so easy and super simple to make. Sauce the ribs with your favourite bbq sauce and smoke at 225f for a final hour. In a nutshell, you break cooking ribs into 3 time blocks. This chardonnay is mediumbodied with a hint of oak. Once you master this technique, it can become the foundation to your own secret rib recipe. The 321 method allows you to time your ribs to perfection. Im cooking ribs tomorrow, but will have access to a grill or a smoker. Louis style ribs and prep them with yellow mustard.
The traditional option is to do it the hard way and smoke ribs for 12 hours. Jan 10, 20 countdown to better pork ribs with this secret from competition rib teams. But since so many people cook to time, i guess i shouldnt be surprised at how popular the 3 2 1 method is for grilling ribs. The recipe is called 321, as there are three important steps to learn. Its as easy as 321, this classic method for cooking ribs will soon be your new favoriteif it isnt already. If youre cooking baby back ribs or st louisstyle ribs then you should be using the shorter 211 method instead. 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. What it means is three hours of slow cooking your meat on your smoker or grill. I first encountered the technique researching my book ribs, ribs, outrageous ribs. You will want to use a smoker for best results with this recipe.
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. 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 love smoking ribs and pork loin but i can never get the st. Bbq recipies tips and techniques barbeque recipes brines etc. The 321 ribs method is a great way for cooking whole spare ribs. Please note this cooking method and the recipes are from s bbq newsletter. I set up the uds with lump, hickory, and cherry wood and got the heat settled in at 250 degrees. Wrap the ribs and return to the smoker and cook for 2 hours. He uses the 3 2 1 method to cook his ribs just like i have done. Why do my ribs never come out right using the 321 method. I used the 321 method and tried to maintain 225 throughout.
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