Rib Tips
Rib Tips are a juicy, mouthwatering, finger-licking delicacy that every barbecue lover needs to try at least once! If you’re a cookout fan, serve these tender, flavorful bites smothered in BBQ sauce for the ultimate crowd-pleasing recipe.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 305kcal
Equipment
- Large baking sheet
Ingredients
- 4-5 lbs rib tips
For the Dry Rub
- 1/3 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp cajun seasoning
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 tsp mustard powder
- Oil cooking spray
For Final Basting
- BBQ sauce use your fave or homemade
Instructions
- Remove the membrane or extra skin or fat if there is any on the tips. Properly rinse rib tips and pat dry with paper towels. Dry super well.
- In a plastic bag, shake together brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, cajun seasoning, black pepper, smoked paprika, kosher salt, cumin, chili powder, and mustard powder until combined.
- Line a large baking sheet with non-stick foil and lay the rib tips on top. Make sure the foil is longer than the rib tips.
- Spray the outside of the rib tips with oil spray then massage dry rub into each side of the ribs.
- Cover the rib tips with the foil and wrap tightly then store in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
To Grill Ribs
- Make sure to properly oil the grates of the grill so the meat won’t stick.
- Once the grill is ready and hot, place the ribs bone side down on the grill over indirect heat. Grill covered for an 1 ½ hours then turn them over and grill for an additional 1 ½ hours still over indirect heat.
- Make sure you are checking every now and again on the ribs to make sure they don’t stick or burn if they get close to direct heat. After 3 hours or so, the ribs should be super tender. If not, continue for an additional 30 minutes. The ribs should have an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Transfer the rib tips to direct heat and brush with bbq sauce on both sides. Grill uncovered for 5-10 minutes then remove. For the most tender result, aim for an internal temperature of 190-220F.
To Bake Ribs
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
- Bake rib tips for 2 ½ hours. Check to see if they are incredibly tender. If not, leave covered and allow to bake an additional 30-45 minutes. For the most tender result, aim for an internal temperature of 190-220F.
- Drain the excess fat from the ribs then apply bbq sauce to both sides.
- Turn your oven on to broil and allow the sauce to stick to the ribs then remove.
When Ready to Serve
- Once rib tips are cooled for about 10-15 minutes letting the juices reabsorb, chop into smaller pieces (about 1 1/2- 2 inch length) and serve them up.
Notes
- Fridge: Store the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days in the fridge.
- Freezer: You can wrap the rib tips tightly in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Reheat this rib tips recipe in the oven or on the grill over low heat for the best texture and flavor. You can even add them to an air fryer for a quick and convenient option.
- Prep ahead: Marinate rib tips ahead of time and freeze them until you are ready to fire up the grill!
Nutrition
Calories: 305kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 528mg | Potassium: 340mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 541IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg