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Ultimate Sous Vide Spare Ribs

Ultimate Sous Vide Spare Ribs for Tender, Smoky Perfection

Experience the Ultimate Sous Vide Spare Ribs, a deliciously tender and smoky dish perfect for BBQ lovers.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 day
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 1 day 32 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: BBQ
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 20 pieces beef ribs Look for well-marbled cuts for better flavor and tenderness.
  • 1 tbsp BBQ seasoning Adds smoky, spicy flavor; substitute with your preferred blend if desired.
  • 1.5 tsp salt Enhances all flavors; sea salt or kosher salt can be great alternatives.
  • 1.5 tsp freshly ground pepper Provides a fresh kick; while pre-ground is okay, freshly ground is recommended.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 0.5 tsp liquid smoke Mimics traditional BBQ's smoky profile; use sparingly to avoid overpowering the beef.
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce Provides sweetness and a sticky finish; Sweet Baby Ray's is a favorite, but any kind will work.

Equipment

  • Sous Vide Machine
  • Vacuum Sealer
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Ultimate Sous Vide Spare Ribs
  1. Pat the beef ribs dry using paper towels.
  2. Inspect for any excess fat, trimming if necessary.
  3. Combine BBQ seasoning, salt, and freshly ground pepper in a bowl.
  4. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over each rack of ribs.
  5. Place seasoned ribs into vacuum-seal bags and divide liquid smoke evenly.
  6. Vacuum seal the bags tightly.
  7. Fill the sous vide container with water and set to 155°F (68°C).
  8. Once the water bath is at temperature, submerge the sealed bags.
  9. Cook sous vide for 24 hours.
  10. After 24 hours, transfer the bags to an ice water bath for 2 minutes.
  11. Remove the ribs from the bags and pat them dry.
  12. Arrange ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil and brush with BBQ sauce.
  13. Broil the ribs for 5-10 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  14. Remove from the broiler and let rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 6gCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure ribs are fully submerged during cooking; use an ice bath to maintain texture; dry ribs before broiling for caramelization.

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