Beef Back Ribs Recipes from John Mull’s: Tender, Smoky, and Packed with Flavor
Here at John Mull’s Meats and Road Kill Grill, we’re known for the best BBQ in Las Vegas! Whether you’re sitting down at our grill or cooking at home, we’re here to guide you to BBQ greatness. For the home chef, we offer high-quality meat cuts, rubs, sauces, and expert recommendations every step of the way.
Each week, we highlight a featured meat, market pricing, and two great recipes you can use to cook it yourself. This week, let’s dive into beef back ribs recipes!
Our Beef Back Ribs Pricing
- Beef Back Ribs: $4.89/lb (5lb minimum order)
Visit our meat market to stock up and ask our team for seasoning and prep tips.
What Are Beef Back Ribs?
Beef back ribs come from the upper rib section of the cow—the same area used for ribeye steaks and prime rib roasts. This cut tends to have less meat between the bones but is rich in flavor, especially when cooked low and slow. It’s perfect for:
- Grilling
- Smoking
- Broiling
- Sous vide
- Pressure cooking
Whether you’re after that smoky crust or juicy fall-off-the-bone texture, beef back ribs can handle just about any cooking method. Let’s look at two ways to bring out the best in them.
Recipe #1: Oven-Baked Beef Back Ribs
This oven-baked recipe is long on time but short on stress. With just 10 minutes of prep and 5 hours in the oven, you’ll end up with ultra-tender, flavorful ribs that reheat well for 3–4 days.
Ingredients:
- 2 racks beef back ribs (about 2 lbs each)
- ½ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp hot pepper sauce
- Olive oil spray
- 2 tsp smoked salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Pro Tip: Don’t want to mix your own rub? Stop by our market and choose from our ready-made house blends!
Get the full recipe at Healthy Recipes Blog
Recipe #2: Smoked Beef Back Ribs
Ready to fire up the smoker? This Pit Boss-approved method delivers rich smoke flavor with just three ingredients. All you need is a good rub, your smoker, and time.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Ingredients:
- 2 racks beef back ribs
- ½ tbsp coarse black pepper
- 1/3 cup steak seasoning (we have several options in-store!)
Watch how it’s done: Smoked Beef Back Ribs on YouTube
Need help choosing a rub? Our staff at John Mull’s is happy to help—whether you like bold heat, sweet and smoky, or something in between.
See the full recipe on Pit Boss Grills
From Our Grill to Yours
At John Mull’s, we believe great BBQ starts with great ingredients—and great advice. Our team is here to help you cook up the perfect rack, whether you’re going low and slow or fast and hot. Want to pair your ribs with something tasty?
Try our classic sides like coleslaw, potato salad, or baked beans—see our Road Kill Grill menu for more.
Visit John Mull’s Meats to shop, ask questions, and leave ready to make the best beef back ribs you’ve ever had.