Spicy Smoked Back Ribs With Maple Glaze Recipe

Name: Spicy Smoked Back Ribs With Maple Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 racks Smithfield(R) Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs, membrane removed; Handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked in water and drained (optional); 1 cup apple juice, in a spray bottle; Rub:; 1/3 cup kosher salt; 1/4 cup light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon paprika; 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder; 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; Sauce:; 3 cups ketchup; 1 cup dark brown sugar; 3/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/4 cup water; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1/4 cup light brown sugar

Servings: persons

2 racks Smithfield(R) Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs, membrane removed
Handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked in water and drained (optional)
1 cup apple juice, in a spray bottle
Rub:
1/3 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Sauce:
3 cups ketchup
1 cup dark brown sugar
3/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup light brown sugar

1
About 30 minutes before smoking, make the dry rub. Combine all rub ingredients in small bowl; mix well. Generously coat both sides of ribs with rub. Set aside at room temperature for 30 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, make the sauce. Whisk together all ingredients in large saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
3
Heat charcoal or gas grill for indirect cooking at 275 degrees F. Add drained wood chips, if using.
4
Place the ribs, meaty side up, over a drip pan and cook for 2 hours, spraying with apple juice every 30 minutes. Add about 12 coals to a charcoal grill every 45 minutes or so to maintain the heat.
5
Remove ribs from grill. Place each rack on double stack of large aluminum foil. Drizzle maple syrup and butter on each rack; sprinkle with brown sugar and spray with apple juice; wrap each rack tightly with foil.
6
Return wrapped ribs to the grill and cook for 1 1/2 to 2 hours more over indirect heat, until very tender. Add more coals as needed to maintain temperature for a charcoal grill.
7
Remove ribs from grill and unwrap. Place ribs over direct heat on grill and brush with barbecue sauce. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the sauce is set. Turn ribs and repeat with more sauce.
8
Serve ribs with remaining barbecue sauce.

963

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 racks Smithfield(R) Extra Tender Pork Back Ribs, membrane removed, Handful hickory or apple wood chips for smoking, soaked in water and drained (optional), 1 cup apple juice, in a spray bottle, Rub:, and more.

Yes, Spicy Smoked Back Ribs With Maple Glaze falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Smoked Back Ribs With Maple Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions