Charcoal Grilled Prime Rib

1. 1

   Rub roast all over with oil, then season generously with pepper.

2. 2

   Spread salt on a baking sheet and press meat into salt, on all sides to coat; refrigerate meat for 1 hour.

3. 3

   Remove meat from refrigerator and allow to come to room temperature for about 2 hours.

4. 4

   Meanwhile, soak wood chips in water for at least 1 hour.

5. 5

   Use about 75 charcoal briquettes, light, and wait until they start to get ashy.

6. 6

   Move all the coals to one side of the grill to create an area for direct heat and one for indirect heat (place aluminum pan on indirect heat side; grease grate.

7. 7

   Sear the fatty sides of the roast over the hot coals until well browned, about 8 to 10 minutes; place roast over indirect heat side, bone side down, with the bones pointed away from the coals.

8. 8

   Cover grill, but open lower vents to draw in air to smoke meat.

9. 9

   Cook 2 to 2 1/2 hours (temp should be about 125 degrees F).

10. 10

    Let rest 20 minutes before serving.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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