BBQ Ribs Recipes

Whether you’re craving tender baby back ribs, smoky St. Louis style flats, competition-worthy cooks, or old-school charcoal grilled ribs with bold sauce and rub profiles, you’ll find a collection of tried-and-true recipes right here. From beginner-friendly methods like the classic 3-2-1 cook to advanced competition techniques, Heath walks you through each process so your next rack turns out juicy, flavorful, and unforgettable. Dive into the best rib recipes and start mastering your grill today.
Hot Honey Pineapple Ribs
pork ribs
10 min read
Hot Honey Pineapple Ribs

Some rib recipes are built around complicated timelines, overloaded foil wraps, and layers of ingredients that make the process feel...

Memphis-Style Dry Rub Ribs
Pork Ribs
9 min read
Memphis-Style Dry Rub Ribs

If you’ve ever had true Memphis-style dry ribs, you know they’re in a category all their own. No sticky glaze,...

Cherry Chipotle BBQ Ribs
ribs
10 min read
Cherry Chipotle BBQ Ribs

If you’re looking for a rib recipe that hits every flavor note — sweet, smoky, spicy, and rich — these...

World Championship Baby Back Ribs on the Outlaw Pit
ribs
8 min read
World Championship Baby Back Ribs on the Outlaw Pit

If you’ve ever wanted to cook ribs the same way competition pitmasters do, this recipe will get you there. These...

Competition Style Party Ribs w/ Breanna Stark | Cooking With Friends
pork ribs
8 min read
Competition Style Party Ribs w/ Breanna Stark | Cooking With Friends

If you’ve ever wanted ribs that taste like they came straight out of a competition turn-in box, these Competition Style...

Spicy Peach St. Louis Style Ribs w/ Mike Starr of Blazing Star BBQ
Ribs
6 min read
Spicy Peach St. Louis Style Ribs w/ Mike Starr of Blazing Star BBQ

This Cooking With Friends rib recipe proves that great backyard ribs don’t require complicated techniques or competition-only processes — they...

Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs on the Z Grill
Pork Ribs
8 min read
Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs on the Z Grill

Do you want to learn how to make ribs so tender they practically melt in your hands? These Fall-Off-The-Bone Ribs...

Championship Drum-Smoked Ribs with Brad Leighninger
Pork Ribs
7 min read
Championship Drum-Smoked Ribs with Brad Leighninger

These Championship Drum-Smoked Ribs prove that truly great ribs don’t come from shortcuts, rigid timelines, or gimmicks — they come...

Masterbuilt Gravity Fed Baby Back Ribs
Pork Ribs
8 min read
Masterbuilt Gravity Fed Baby Back Ribs

Do you want to learn how to make baby back ribs that taste like they came straight off a championship...

World Championship Ribs on the Smokin Brothers Vertical
Ribs
6 min read
World Championship Ribs on the Smokin Brothers Vertical

Do you want to learn how to make ribs that could knock the socks off any BBQ judge? My World...

KCBS Competition Practice Cook for The Jack | Heath Riles BBQ
Beef chicken Pork Ribs
8 min read
KCBS Competition Practice Cook for The Jack | Heath Riles BBQ

When it comes to competition barbecue, every detail matters. The tenderness of a slice of brisket, the shine on a...

How to Cook Competition Style Ribs on the Outlaw Patio Smoker | Heath Riles BBQ
Pork Ribs
7 min read
How to Cook Competition Style Ribs on the Outlaw Patio Smoker | Heath Riles BBQ

Do you want to learn how to make ribs that could knock the socks off any BBQ judge? My Competition...

Memphis Style Dry Ribs Recipe on the Pellet Grill
Pork Ribs
6 min read
Memphis Style Dry Ribs Recipe on the Pellet Grill

There’s nothing better than an excellent old-fashioned dry rib! This Memphis Style Dry Ribs Recipe is my take on a...

Cherry Apple Habanero Baby Back Ribs On the Traeger Ironwood 885
Pork ribs
6 min read
Cherry Apple Habanero Baby Back Ribs On the Traeger Ironwood 885

There’s nothing better than a sticky-sweet, rich rack of ribs! If you’re looking for a tasty change of pace, bookmark...