Just got done with my best ribs EVER...

marioporter · Joined: 14 May 2008 Posts: 15

Some of you guys may have seen me poking around here and there trying to pick your brains. After doing some mods to my Char-Griller Smokin Pro, and switching from briquettes to lump, I was able to maintain the proper temps and get my finest ribs ever. I'm sure that's not saying much compared to some of you veterans in here, but for this rookie, it was amazing. The ribs pulled off the bone, were juicy, and not overcooked. I just wanted to thank you guys for all the help you've given me. My only regret is that I didn't take any pictures. But after this outing, I'm sure there will be plenty of pictures to come!!

ou812warford · Posted: Jul 12 2008 Post subject:

congrats!!! I am still working on the ribs. I got pork butts and brisket down. Ribs are a lttle different story.
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Tom C · Posted: Jul 12 2008 Post subject:

Congratulations on you rib cook.

It's a great feeling when something comes out just the way you want it. My challenge seems to be brisket. They keep coming out dry for me. The time and cost of cooking a full packer brisket has kept my attempts down to just three to date. I'll get it some time though. Rolling Eyes

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marioporter · Joined: 14 May 2008 Posts: 15

I haven't had the opportunity to try a butt or brisket. The only meats I've smoked so far have been ribs, and pork tenderloin. My biggest problem was (beside need the mods) was always checking on the meat by lifting up the lid. Little did I know how bad that affects the temp. I guess I should have learned that in BBQ 101. I'm really looking forward to trying some brisket and a butt, though. For some reason, where I'm from (Michigan) the BBQ seems to always be about the ribs. Now that I've got that down, on to bigger and better things. But they will always be there.

Tom C · Posted: Jul 12 2008 Post subject:

Half the fun of bbq is learning to cook great bbq and you just can't beat good ribs! fighting the urge to look at the food as it cooks is a tough one.
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BBQFreak · Posted: Jul 12 2008 Post subject:

I used to do the same thing!

You know you're on your way when you can go catch a movie why your meats smokin and when you come back your dinner is ready!

Good job!
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Big Ron · Posted: Jul 12 2008 Post subject:

Good ribs are good ribs. It does not matter if a beginner or a veteran cooks them. Good job! Tom C is right, 1/2 of the fun is learning and enjoying your Q time. We are all still learning no matter what they tell you. If your looking, you ain't cooking!
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