Low Sugar Dairy Free Smoked Ribs

Total time13 hr 25 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time5 hr

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the ribs

2 racks baby back pork ribs (about 4–5 lb total)
2 tbsp yellow mustard
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For the dry rub

2 tbsp brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp cayenne pepper

For the barbecue glaze

1 cup ketchup
3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tbsp brown sugar
Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Brown-sugar replacements vary in moisture, spread, and browning, so follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
1 tbsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp black pepper

For the smoker

3 cups hardwood smoking chips (hickory or apple), soaked in water for 30 minutes and drained

Instructions

1
The night before (or at least 8 hours ahead), remove the thin membrane from the bone side of each rack: slide a butter knife under the membrane at one end, grip it with a paper towel, and pull it off in one piece. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels.
2
Combine the brown sugar, smoked paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne in a small bowl and stir until evenly mixed. Brush both sides of each rack with yellow mustard, then press the dry rub firmly onto all surfaces. Wrap the racks tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.

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