Steps

• Step 1

  Peel membrane from the back side of ribs and trim any excess fat.

  Ingredients

  • 3 Rack baby back ribs

  Pro Tip

  When learning how to smoke pork ribs on a pellet grill, take a minute to trim off thin edges and scrappy bits as they tend to dry out fast. Clean, even ribs not only cook better but look way better when it’s time to serve.

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• Step 2

  Season both sides of ribs with Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub, about 1/4 cup per rack.

  Ingredients

  • 3/4 Cup Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub

• Step 3

  When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

• Step 4

  Place ribs on the grill and smoke for 3 to 4 hours.

  180 ˚F / 82 ˚C

  160 ˚F / 71 ˚C

• Step 5

  When the internal temperature registers between 160℉ to 165℉, remove ribs from the grill and increase Traeger temperature to 350℉.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

• Step 6

  Place about 1/4 cup of Traeger ‘Que BBQ Sauce on a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil, then place a rack of ribs meat-side down on top and wrap tightly. Repeat with each rack.

  Ingredients

  • 3/4 Cup Traeger 'Que BBQ Sauce

• Step 7

  Place the wrapped ribs back on the grill and cook for 45 minutes, or until internal temperature registers 204°F.

  350 ˚F / 177 ˚C

  204 ˚F / 96 ˚C

• Step 8

  Remove from grill and let rest 20 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!