Name: Electric Smoker BBQ Rib Tips
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 2 pounds rib tips, trimmed; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon high-quality BBQ rub; 1/4 cup unfiltered apple juice; 1 cup your favorite barbecue sauce

Pork Rib

Electric Smoker BBQ Rib Tips

Jul 18, 2025
by Adonis Jacobi
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PREP TIME

5 mins
COOK TIME

2 hrs
TOTAL TIME

2 hrs 10 mins
SERVING

4 People
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Elevate your barbecue game with these succulent, bite-sized rib tips, transformed by the magic of the electric smoker. Infused with smoky goodness and a touch of sweetness, they're a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

2 pounds rib tips, trimmed

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 tablespoon high-quality BBQ rub

1/4 cup unfiltered apple juice

1 cup your favorite barbecue sauce

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

25 g
Cholesterol

181 mg
Fiber

1 g
Protein

35 g
Saturated Fat

17 g
Sodium

2052 mg
Sugar

18 g
Fat

53 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Prepare the Smoker (5 minutes): Preheat your electric smoker to 250°F (120°C) following the manufacturer's instructions. Ensure your wood chip tray is filled with your choice of wood chips (hickory and apple are recommended for a balanced flavor).

02

Step

Season the Rib Tips (5 minutes): Pat the rib tips dry with paper towels. Evenly sprinkle kosher salt over all surfaces, then generously massage with your preferred BBQ rub, ensuring every piece is well-coated.

03

Step

First Smoke (1 hour 30 minutes): Arrange the seasoned rib tips in a single layer on the smoker rack, ensuring good airflow around each piece. Smoke for 1 hour and 30 minutes, spritzing with apple juice every 20-30 minutes to maintain moisture and enhance the smoky flavor.

04

Step

Sauce and Second Smoke (35 minutes): Remove the rib tips from the smoker and transfer them to a baking sheet. Toss with your favorite barbecue sauce, coating them evenly. Return the sauced rib tips to the smoker and continue smoking for an additional 30 minutes to allow the sauce to caramelize and the flavors to meld.

05

Step

Rest and Serve (5 minutes): Transfer the smoked rib tips to a serving plate. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bite.

For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure the rib tips reach an internal temperature of 195-205°F (90-96°C) for maximum tenderness.
Feel free to experiment with different wood chip combinations to customize the smoke flavor to your liking.
If you prefer a sweeter flavor, consider using a barbecue sauce with a honey or molasses base.

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