The Setup Weber Intended - Pork Ribs

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[@pnortiz1]

I can't thank you for this channel enough. I follow so many, grill/bbq channels and yours has taught me the most by far. I've watched almost all your videos. Many more than once. You're such a great teacher! I've come so far in my cooking that I feel like I graduated from your class! THANK YOU!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Nick. Unfortunately I do not have a certificate of completion… but here is a graduation hat 🎓 and medal 🏅. 🧐

[@pnortiz1]

@@Viewtoagrill Thank you sir!! 😊

[@Chilax]

Now I understand why the thermometer is where it’s at.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Awesome!

[@bigjplay]

Man your channel is great! Really appreciate all the videos and work!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Big J.

[@yvettegon4403]

Thank you again for the details video!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Your welcome.

[@davehorsman]

New to your channel. Absolutely LOVE the Weber info. Got a kettle about a year ago. Thanks for the tips!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey Dave. I appreciate you leaving a comment. Thanks for watching.

[@REDACTED-1]

It’s like ASMR BBQ. I watch this channel in bed before I go to sleep then put the techniques to use when I BBQ next. Instant fan here.

[@michaelmurray5578]

Another inspirational video. I’ve had a brand new set of charcoal baskets sitting around for years. Gonna do a rack tomorrow using this method!Give the Slow N Sear the day off.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Fun trying new things.

[@REDACTED-1]

This is such a great channel. No rambling or pontificating. Straight to the point, loads of great information, no fancy or crazy equipment or methods. And a host with a relaxing voice and a good audio setup. As long as you don’t suddenly get political (like every other person on KZbin unfortunately) I’ll be sticking around. What a gem. I duno why this channel hasn’t grown more.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello. Thanks I do appreciate that a lot! I don’t plan on getting political. Just BBQ, grilling, smoking and things I do and use around that. Take care!

[@REDACTED-1]

@@ViewtoagrillKeep doing what you do. Keep doing cooks and recipes as well. Do a holiday series.

[@cheaplaffsarefree]

How would anybody "get political," whatever that means, about cooking ribs?

[@alexlee-rd2gl]

That boy don’t miss! Never disappointed in your videos Johnny.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey Alex! Thanks for watching.

[@bradm1507]

It's refreshing seeing ribs done without wrapping. I don't know if he still subscribes to this, but I generally follow the Meathead philosophy and don't wrap my ribs unless I'm intentionally trying to speed up the cook. I generally don't spray/mist them either, but I get it. I do sometimes sauce them and/or throw them directly over the hot coals at the end for a little char. For those thinking, "That's great, but what if I want to cook more than 1 slab at a time?" Weber makes a rib rack: do the same setup shown here, but have the coals only one side. Then place the ribs in the rib rack so that they're all lined up over the indirect/cool side. You should get 3 slabs on there. Just rotate the 1st and 3rd slab halfway through since one of those will be closer to the fire. You may need to add a few coals during the cook depending on how much you had on the hot side.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Brad. As a rule of thumb I don't wrap my ribs or porkbutt. I will sauce them if my guests want it that way but when I am cooking for me... no sauce.

[@JackMack465]

I love the texture you got with the ribs. The bite looked perfectly cooked. Thanks for the videos!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Jack!

[@jbmemphis2151]

I could cook in your back yard on your equipment as if I were one of your employees at this point. Started 2 racks this morning around 11:30. It's now 2:25 they are humming along nicely. I decided not to wrap then checked out this video. Love your content. Very high quality.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks bro! I hope you work for cheap!

[@jbmemphis2151]

@@Viewtoagrill I work for experience when it comes to the grill lol

[@andyestrada229]

Thank You Johnny! Bought a new Kettle Grill and followed these steps,My Pork Ribs came out Great!! Much Appreciated Sir.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Awesome! Another satisfied customer!

[@onyxrock9854]

I love your tutorials 🤟🏾keep up the great work!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks!

[@rosserwrenn9527]

I love the way you present your information. Top notch!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Rosser! Spread the word!

[@johnklapish6807]

Thanks for the great tips about the Weber app, great looking cook 👍

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello John. You are welcome. That Weber App is a hidden gem that I don't think a lot of folks are familiar with. I thought about doing a series of videos... calling it Weber Roulette... and just swipe down on the app fast and just cook whatever it landed on...not sure if something like that would do well.. but it is an idea.

[@dwaynewladyka577]

Those ribs turned out great. Cheers, Johnny! 👍👍✌️

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Dwayne. Thanks!

[@callmedomm4356]

New to the channel and I love the content. I've been making my ribs this way for a while and I'm trippin' out that it's the way they want you to cook it on their site. All of these little details are going to help me dial in my rib making. Thank you very much for the content. Much love.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks, and good luck on the ribs. Don't forget to download the ap if you have an iPhone.

[@MrU105807]

You learn something new everyday, I didnt know about the Weber app. Great work as ever, cheers from Melbourne Australia.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Paul. Thanks for watching. That app has been around for a few years and I will occasionally get recipes off of it.

[@canada_calling]

Thanks so much. I love your videos. They are simply the best instructional content I have seen on the weber kettle in particular. Training aids are great. Thanks again.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Ryan. Thanks. I am going to expand my content a little… hopefully KZbin does not punish me for it.

[@JBsBBQ]

Great info as always Johnny!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello JB. Thanks for coming by.

[@SleeperBBQ]

Thank You Johnny nice vid good info

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks!

[@rustylamb3421]

Looks great! Definitely got to go unwrapped

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Rusty! My favorite way to do ribs.

[@OutandaboutoutdoorswithRon]

Some great Info here Johnny! And those ribs turned out top notch. I am going to be thinking about them all day lol! THANKS BUDDY! 😊

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Ron. Thinking about my ribs all day huh...?? You are welcome buddy!@

[@OutandaboutoutdoorswithRon]

It is terrible pal terrible 😢

[@sirbigpappy]

johnny you always have the 🔥 vids

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Joshua!

[@scottstephens5225]

Keep up the amazing work on the channel. Your instructions are spot on and so easy to replicate!! Keep ‘‘em coming

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Scott!

[@howardbarlow578]

Good looking ribs. I didn't know about the app. Thanks.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Howard. The app has a lot of good recipes in it. Thanks for watching.

[@aaronwaltho223]

Just came across your channel, WOW! I never knew about the additional information you can find with the Weber App. I always struggle with the set up and temp control with my Weber, this will definitely help get my confidence up as a newbie!! I have some St Louis cut ribs in the freezer so will be given this method a go really soon. Thank you!!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Glad it was helpful! Be sure to watch this video as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hnqlh3VmYsR5adU

[@aaronwaltho223]

Watched, Subscribed and following on Instagram, looking forward to watching your content and progressing my ability to cook on my Weber. Cheers from across the pond!!@@Viewtoagrill

[@easybackyardbbq]

Looks fantastic. Love when I find someone that does videos on the kettle. If you ever get a chance could you do some on the 26? Do you cook with the rib tips still on? Thanks for another great video

[@Viewtoagrill]

I have an older rib video on the 26. I hate referencing my older videos, I don't think they are as well thought out as my newer ones but here it is. the rub in that video is really good also. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHe9kKxtfpmAlck

[@konacowboy]

Great video!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks KC.

[@kristofferpanahon9913]

hello sir, just wanted to say i like so much about the way you do bbq and the way you present your knowledge on youtube. nothing wrong with the others but your stuff is easy to like! keep on keeping on good sir

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Kristopher.

[@ChrisHansenBBQ]

Sorry I missed this. Been busy at work. Wow thanks for sharing this app. I’m going to get it now. Cool tool. Funny they don’t have St. Louis ribs. To be honest I never used this setup. I like the pickle juice. I sometimes add it to a homemade bbq sauce. Nice cook. 👍🏻Thanks Johnny ✌🏻

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Chris. I appreciate you watching my videos. Thanks, take care.

[@MrMnmn911]

Hi Johnny! Good video on the Weber kettle using what it comes with...and their app. Thanks.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks MrMnmn911.

[@BigA888]

Im new to your channel. I love the content. Its very informative. I watched the table grill build and im going to attempt to build me one!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Aaron. thanks! Send me a picture so I can post it on my community page.

[@BigA888]

@@Viewtoagrill i will for sure.

[@kdranchaz3240]

Great video Johnny! That’s sure to help Weber Kettle owners! 👍 Love to see a Golden’s Cast Iron Kamado rib video.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey KD. I have a KC style rib video on the list of videos to do. I can do those on the GCI. I do have a video of ribs though using the GCI from about 2 months ago. Check my catalog.

[@Trumpetmaster77]

Excellent cook!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello TM. Thanks for watching.. .and... I asked my wife if she thought I looked like Tony Stewart like you say... and she says I was much better looking than he was! LOL 😂 😆

[@Trumpetmaster77]

@@Viewtoagrill 🤣🤣🤣

[@etiennegendron1446]

Hey Johnny ! I wanna tell ya, until this video, I always had trouble with my temp control. Tried the snake and a bunch of other ways on my Weber Kettle.. Never worked. I figured after watching this one : this makes sense...why not use it the way it was designed ? And in my case at least, on my 26'' and a bit more fuel, the baskets are perfect ! So keep 'em coming Johnny, I am a better griller and smoker thanks to you !

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello. Thanks! I appreciate that.

[@stevenfletcher9287]

"No sauce needed." Buh... But.... Ribs are an excuse to eat sauce. Just like french fries are an excuse to eat ketchup! 😅 (Good cook! Thanks for sharing.)

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey Jim. Hey, check out my fall off the now baby back ribs video… there is some sauce on those! Take care Steven.

[@RonOnTheGrill]

That's very interesting! I use Weber Kettles exclusively and I didn't know about the app. I've definitely used the setup, but not for ribs. Because the drawback for using that setup is that it only allows room for one rack. It's only me and my wife at my house and I seldom if ever do a single rack of ribs. Even for things like chicken that configuration just doesn't leave enough room.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey Ron. Not enough room is defiantly a draw back. You could use a rib rack where you smoke ribs on thier side or you can use the kamado style configuration I show in another video.

[@RonOnTheGrill]

@@Viewtoagrill yeah I watched that one after this one, lol! Your channel is definitely one of the best to follow for Kettle owners man. Keep up the good work!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Ron.

[@isaachodges4001]

Gave it a thumbs up until I couldn't find the app in Google Play.

[@Viewtoagrill]

I'll still give you a thumbs up! Thanks for watching. I don't work for Weber or google... or apple... or android! Take care Issac, oorah!!

[@razzrif]

Great job with your videos. What if you had multiply racks? Would you stack them then rotate them as I have done or would you use a rib rack?

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Mark. I can do up to 3 racks of ribs if I use the kamado style if smoking in the Weber. Did you see that video I posted a few weeks ago?

[@danielploy9143]

Bravo, Johnny bravo….

[@Viewtoagrill]

Thanks Daniel.

[@victorbenner539]

Great looking ribs Johnny. I agree meat should have some "chew" to it. That's why God gave us teeth. Hope you enjoyed those ribs with a good cool beverage. Have a great day 🌤 😀.

[@lowdownone]

Yeah but for some people, God’s gift was temporary

[@victorbenner539]

@@lowdownone they should have brushed more often. I wonder if anyone smokes oatmeal?

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey Victor! Smoked oatmeal… 🤔 hmmm.. I don’t think so. LOL 😂 😆 take care Victor thanks for stopping by.

[@MemphisMike901]

Pickle juice seems to be interesting. Never tried that on ribs. Wonder how apple and pickle juice mixed together might be? Great vid. Never knew about the APP!

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Mike. I have not tried that. Probably would be ok.

[@tonyshoe3131]

great video.... no extra talk... just the facts.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Tony. Thanks for watching. Just the facts ma’am… dragnet?

[@tonyshoe3131]

@@Viewtoagrill yes.. dragnet... now, we both nod are heads in agreement.

[@artemioquintero7866]

I’m going to give this a shot today. Although I wish there was a way to cook two racks on the kettle because at the same time because my pack of ribs is a two pack. Thanks for mentioning the intended way of use it sure helps with figuring out the temperature of the grill. I was cooking with coals only on one side and meat on the other but would render my thermometer useless because it would be right over the coals and I don’t have a dedicated grate thermometer. Any tips on how to cook more than one rack on the grill with this method? I’m going to try to use the semi-circular grate that’s meant to be used on the edge of the grill to get another rack on there we’ll see if that works out.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Artemio. Have you seen my Kamado Style on the weber kettle video. You have to get the sear plate, but if. you use that method, you can get three racks of ribs on the kettle. The sear plate is a great investment because you can use it as a flat top... just put it on top of your grates and heat it up for smash burgers.

[@artemioquintero7866]

View to a Grill thanks for the insight! I’m going to checkout the video because I’d like to figure something out for both these racks.

[@artemioquintero7866]

View to a Grill oh wait is that the one you did recently? Then yes I have seen it!

[@ag_johnny1530]

The ribs look great! Nice job! 👍🏽 I’m interested in the pickle juice. Obviously used for moisture. Does it tenderize as well? Does it add any flavor to the ribs?

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hey Johnny. Technically yes, pickle juice will tenderize because it is vinegar and vinegar is an acid which tenderizes meat. Will it tenderize the ribs while they are cooking… probably not. But if you believe in the cumulative affect and every little thing you do produces a better outcome then why not use pickle juice? Now folks can get into big arguments as to if it adds flavor or not. I would say try it and see if you like it.

[@ag_johnny1530]

Oh yeah, I am planning on trying it this weekend.

[@quailstreetcoffeeroastersm6674]

Hey Johnny, I'm new to grilling & did my first full rack of spare ribs using this layout & just like in this video my left side never took off while my right side basket burned all the way down. In your experience do you find using two baskets on opposing sides will almost always result in this happening? ( survival of the fittest & one basket will choke out the other for oxygen ) is one large basket in an offset the better method. Thanks brother for any help & loving your channel!

[@Viewtoagrill]

It does not happen all the time but it does happen. My fire has never gone out with the slow n sear.

[@quailstreetcoffeeroastersm6674]

@@Viewtoagrill I did build a bro n sear with my extra baskets. Ill try everything & experiment. Thanks you kindly Johnny

[@Medsas]

is this setup good, or do you still recommend to use your indirect method instead (the previous video), thanks

[@Viewtoagrill]

If you only have the lid thermometer then use this method if you have an after market thermometer then use the indirect method.

[@deans6571]

Is there any benefit in only lighting say 10 briquettes in the chimney starter and then adding them to the unlit briquettes in the baskets vs lighting a full chimney and then adding these to empty baskets ? Great cook by the way. 👌🏼

[@bobert6644]

Using a full chimney would be too hot if you're going low and slow

[@deans6571]

@@bobert6644 Nice one - appreciate the rapid response. 👍🏽

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Dean. Bobert is absolutely right! Starting off with a small amount of lit charcoal allows the Kettle to come up to temp. If all of your charcoal is lit when you put it in for this cook... it would be too hot. @Bobert thanks!

[@deans6571]

@@Viewtoagrill Nice one - appreciate that reply. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@DkNy2kX]

How do you get past the stall unwrapped?

[@Viewtoagrill]

Wrapping is not necessary to get past the stall. Wrapping gets you through the stall faster. Wrapping is known as the Texas Crutch and is used to speed up the cook. When you don’t wrap it will just take a little longer.

[@johnclemente8214]

Hi Johnny, thank you for sharing this video. Just curious, as I'm a rookie, why do you use dill pickle juice, and are there other options? I didn't even know this was part of the slow cooking/smoking process. Just want to learn, not being critical or anything.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello John. That is actually a great question. There are some folks that say that they can taste the spritz.... and some say the spritz adds no flavor at all.... In BBQ you will find that there is an alternative to everything you do with folks on both sides. That is why it would be good to watch other BBQ channels... saying that. Pickel juice is tangy and it has vinigar in it... Theoretically,... it could add a little zip of flavor ... and because vinigar is an acid it could potentially help tenderize. You will see folks use just tap water to spritz... others will use apple cider vinigar... others... W-sauce and water, I have seen folks use beef broth, the point is... find what you like and use that. I hope that helps... take care John.

[@johnclemente8214]

@@Viewtoagrill interesting, thank you Johnny. 😀

[@zieglla]

Is that app only available for iPhone? I can't find it for android.

[@Viewtoagrill]

Hello Lawrence. I am not sure about that. I only have the iPhone.

[@Bill-dz1cm]

Can't find that at all

[@Viewtoagrill]

@@Bill-dz1cm Try emailing Weber Customer service and asking if they have the app available for android.

[@Bill-dz1cm]

Looks like it's only available for the iPhone or the iPad

[@P8intballEvans]

Why would you be concerned about evening out the baskets as long as your temperature was good and you had enough fuel? Other methods like the slowNsear only cook from one side anyway

[@Viewtoagrill]

If I put two baskets in then they should both be burning damit!

[@P8intballEvans]

@@Viewtoagrill haha love the content