Spicy Smoked Prime Rib

This spicy smoked prime rib features a flavorful rub that enhances the natural richness of the meat. The slow smoking process infuses the prime rib with a smoky aroma, making it a perfect centerpiece for any gathering.
This recipe is american style, dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 240 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 240 min · Total: 255 min · Serves: 6
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include beef broth, salt, garlic powder, prime rib roast.
- Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 kg prime rib roast
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create a spice rub.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the prime rib roast, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- Place the seasoned prime rib in the smoker and insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the roast.
- Smoke the prime rib for about 4 hours, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare.
- During the last hour of smoking, add the beef broth to a pan and place it in the smoker to keep the meat moist.
- Once cooked, remove the prime rib from the smoker and let it rest for 20 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the sliced prime rib with your choice of sides.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 60 g
- Fat: 25 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.
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