what is the difference between a slab of ribs and a rack of ribs?

Answer 1

A rack is a slab that's been trimmed. A KC style rack has had the skirt trimmed off, and a St. Louis rack still has the skirt meat intact. But, they both have had the sternum and the cartilage trimmed off, as well as the large deposits of fat.

Answer 2

Slab Of Ribs

Answer 3

There are basically three types of pork ribs, these are: spare ribs; baby back ribs; and country style ribs. Let's take a look at each type of rib.

Spare ribs are the traditional slab of ribs. They come from the belly of the pig, behind the shoulder. They include 11 to 13 long bones. There is a covering of meat on top of the bones and between them. They are the most inexpensive cut of ribs. St. Louis style ribs are a variation of the full slab. They are trimmed and have the brisket bone removed. Kansas City style ribs are another variation. They are trimmed even more than the St. Louis style ribs and have the hard bone removed.

Baby back ribs, sometimes called loin ribs, are cut from the loin section. They are shorter and smaller than spareribs. They have a covering of meat over the bones and also between them. Because they do come from the loin, they are leaner and meatier than spare ribs. They are also considerably more expensive and in shorter supply.

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Answer 4

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Obviously it all depends on taste. In both cases, ribs are best when they've been marinated over night in the fridge, then cooked slow for a long time. Not like a burger with high heat and you're done right away, but slow like for 2-3 hours on the grill. If you're new to ribs, you'll find that they can dry out pretty quickly, so it's a very good idea to include a pan of water (keep it filled) inside the CLOSED grill while you're slowly cooking the ribs. Pork Ribs are spare ribs (mostly bone, sort of sticks in your teeth). Country-Style Ribs are the big thick ones ... a little more fat, but a whole lot more meat too ... they are much juicier too. You can get all sorts of marinade recipies ... I just wash them off, stick them in a big zip lock baggy w/ some Soy Sauce, Worchestershire Sauce, some Garlic, a little salt, some pepper, whatever suits your fancy. The trick is to cook all ribs slow ... put on the BBQ sauce only at the last minute before you serve them. To keep your new grill looking good and for easy clean up ... when the ribs are done, throw on a pan or some good thick Tin foil and put the ribs covered in sauce there ... makes it much easier to clean the grill later. Hint: After you're done cooking, with all the food and stuff off of your grill, close the lid and let it go on HIGH for about 5-7 minutes ... that will burn off all of the meat/BBQ stuff on the grill ... after it cools down, it's a simple wipe-down job. I prefer country-style ribs ... they don't stick in your teeth as much, there's more meat, but more fat too. Grilling is pretty healthy though ... just do it slow and ensure that you include a pan of water (increase the humidity inside the grill) ... always cook ribs with the lid closed ! Check your water frequently. Very low heat for like 2-3 hours ! Have fun ... now you've made me seriously hungry ! Darn You ! ;-)

Answer 5

A rack will be a whole set of ribswith bones, and the slab may be a whole set of ribs or may just be a chunk of meat.

Answer 6

pork ribs are less forgiving if overcooked. However they are meatier and a more mild flavor than beef. I prefer beef, but am unable to get any beef ribs that haven't been skinned to the bone. Thus very little meat left on them. I wish I knew where I could get some. Even the meat departments in the stores aren't any help.

Answer 7

One is a slab and one is a rack

Answer 8

****************Oven Baked BBQ Ribs

Ribs of your choice

Pre heat oven to 325

Place ribs on cookie sheet or pan wrap in foil (easier to clean afterwards)
Seasoned ribs with your desired seasoning
Cook 30 minutes and turn
Seasoned with your desired seasoning
Cook 30 minutes and turn
Brush on Honey ½ to 1 cup
Cook 30 minutes and turn
Brush on Honey ½ to 1 cup
Cook 30 minutes and turn
Brush on BBQ sauce of your choice
Cook 30 minutes and turn
Brush on BBQ sauce of your choice

Slice and serve….. Never no leftovers!

Answer 9

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