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kmart-88

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Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« on: June 29, 2017, 05:53:07 PM »

 Just looking for some pros/cons on what to do before applying your rub to ribs or anything. EVOO, mustard, nothing but a pat dry? My first rib cook I used some EVOO before my rub and everything turned out fine. Just looking for some intel


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kettlebb

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #1 on: June 29, 2017, 06:37:41 PM »
I remove the membrane on the back side. Pat both sides dry then hit them with a rub.


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Jon

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #2 on: June 29, 2017, 09:50:07 PM »
I rinse them in the sink; ribs are cut with a band saw, so you want to rinse off any dust or bone shards. Rub seems to stick to the wet rib surface just fine.

swamprb

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #3 on: June 30, 2017, 12:30:33 AM »
when I cook ribs its like I'm always practicing for a comp! Fresh or juiced ribs? Depends what technique I'll use, but always pull the membrane and season for at least 4-6 hours to overnight, then re-season before hitting the cooker. I've used mustard, Pecan or Walnut oil, salt, brown sugar and vinegar, brine or injections. I'm kind of into hanging ribs until I get the color I want then wrap with a flavorful mixture and lay on the grate.

My wife took a CBJ class and is now an authority and is sick of my ribs and says she only wants them "fall off the bone" and Maple bacon flavored! I don't know where she got that in her head!
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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #4 on: June 30, 2017, 01:35:06 AM »
My wife took a CBJ class and is now an authority and is sick of my ribs and says she only wants them "fall off the bone" and Maple bacon flavored! I don't know where she got that in her head!
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Troy

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #5 on: June 30, 2017, 01:36:16 AM »
I've seasoned overnight for a morning smoke and found the ribs to taste very hammy.
I'm sure it varies seasoning to seasoning and technique to technique though.

mhiszem

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #6 on: June 30, 2017, 06:26:51 AM »
I just keep it simple. Always remove the membrane to get the spices to penetrate. Then use mustard or siracha or oil with whatever seasoning you want. Whatever you use under the seasoning won’t add much flavor but helps the seasoning stick.


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fljoemon

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #7 on: June 30, 2017, 10:30:06 AM »
I use a very light coat of Dukes mayonnaise before I put the rub on .. try this .. the results will amaze you .. nice crispy crunchy bark .. juicy meat inside.

hawgheaven

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #8 on: June 30, 2017, 11:48:05 AM »
I remove the membrane, season with Mad Hunky General Purpose Rub, and let them sit for maybe 2 hours. I've found that the overnight in the fridge with the rub gig makes them taste hammy. Then go to it as you wish.
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Big Dawg

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #9 on: June 30, 2017, 12:52:44 PM »
I've never seen the need for any kind of a glue (mustard,mayo, etc.) to get the rub to stick.  I do remove the membrane.  I usually hit it with a rub no more than 3 hours or so prior to cooking.





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kettlebb

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Re: Pre-rub on ribs, or anything for that matter
« Reply #10 on: June 30, 2017, 01:01:24 PM »
when I cook ribs its like I'm always practicing for a comp! Fresh or juiced ribs? Depends what technique I'll use, but always pull the membrane and season for at least 4-6 hours to overnight, then re-season before hitting the cooker. I've used mustard, Pecan or Walnut oil, salt, brown sugar and vinegar, brine or injections. I'm kind of into hanging ribs until I get the color I want then wrap with a flavorful mixture and lay on the grate.

My wife took a CBJ class and is now an authority and is sick of my ribs and says she only wants them "fall off the bone" and Maple bacon flavored! I don't know where she got that in her head!


My last rack was exactly like maple bacon and fall off the bone and a total accident. Only thing I can think of is they went longer than I normally cook them and they were more fatty than other cuts I've had in the past. The lovely wife loved them. How do you accomplish this?


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