How to Make Jerk Ribs and Rib Tips | Z Grills Pellet Smoker Recipe

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: habanero peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeño peppers

Habaneros provide similar heat, while jalapeños are milder and more accessible.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is more economical.

jerk seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: store-bought seasoning

Homemade blends can be tailored to taste and may use pantry staples.

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is less expensive than ribs.

Start by making the dry rub mixture using 6 teaspoons of allspice, 3/4 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder.

Add 1 tablespoon of dried thyme, 2 teaspoons of red chili pepper flakes, 1 teaspoon of ginger powder, 2 tablespoons of Badia complete seasoning, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the dry rub.

Whisk the dry rub ingredients together until well combined.

Pat the dry rub generously onto a half rack of ribs and rib tips, ensuring they are well coated.

Preheat the pellet grill to smoke, then set it to 325°F.

Once the grill reaches temperature, add the ribs and rib tips to the grill.

Cook the ribs for approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes, basting with a mixture of 1/2 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons ketchup, and 1 teaspoon dark mushroom soy sauce every hour.

After cooking, check that the ribs are juicy and have a nice crust, with some slight char on the rib tips.

Cooking Techniques

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