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.
Grand Champion McRib
ribs sandwich
11 min read
Grand Champion McRib

If you’re looking for a game day sandwich that’s going to get everybody’s attention, this is it. We’re taking two...

World Championship Ribs: The Science Behind a Perfect Rib
ribs
20 min read
World Championship Ribs: The Science Behind a Perfect Rib

I’ve cooked a lot of ribs over the years, but this cook is a little different. We’re taking the same...

Chophouse-Style St. Louis Ribs
pork ribs
11 min read
Chophouse-Style St. Louis Ribs

If you’re looking for something a little different from your traditional BBQ rib, these Chophouse-Style St. Louis Ribs are worth...

Apple Cherry Chipotle Ribs
pork ribs
9 min read
Apple Cherry Chipotle Ribs

Sweet, smoky, fruity, and just spicy enough, these Apple Cherry Chipotle Ribs bring a unique flavor combination to a classic...

Asian Sticky Baby Back Ribs
Pork Ribs
9 min read
Asian Sticky Baby Back Ribs

If you're looking for a way to change up your rib game, these Asian Sticky Baby Back Ribs are exactly...

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...

The Ultimate Rib Guide: How to Make Award Winning Ribs
everything-else Pork Ribs
3 min read
The Ultimate Rib Guide: How to Make Award Winning Ribs
Let's face it, cooking ribs is hard. Pitmaster Heath Riles shares his award winning recipe alongside step-by-step instructions to achieve the absolute best flavors!
Peanut Butter & Jelly Ribs
Pork Ribs
11 min read
Peanut Butter & Jelly Ribs

Peanut butter and jelly probably isn't the first flavor combination that comes to mind when you think about barbecue, but...

Competition Style Ribs On the Gateway Drum Smoker
Pork Ribs
7 min read
Competition Style Ribs On the Gateway Drum Smoker

Regular ribs are awesome, but every now and then, it’s time to ramp things up with my Competition Style Ribs....

Sweet Heat Mango Habanero Ribs
pork ribs
11 min read
Sweet Heat Mango Habanero Ribs

Some rib recipes are all about sweetness. Others lean so heavily into heat that you can barely taste the pork...

Fall-Off-the-Bone vs. Properly Cooked Ribs
Pork ribs
12 min read
Fall-Off-the-Bone vs. Properly Cooked Ribs

Have you ever wondered what really separates a properly cooked rib from one that’s fall-off-the-bone tender? A lot of backyard...

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...