Smoked Prime Rib

If you love making prime rib, then you need to try this Smoked Prime Rib Recipe for the Best and Easy Smoker Recipes. This simple recipe results in delicious prime rib every time with amazing smoky crust.

Prime rib is a rich and hearty meat and this fool-proof method will help you slow cook this meat for your next family gathering. Another delicious option try Grill Prime Rib and serve it with your favorite sides.

Why We Love Smoked Prime Rib

There is nothing better than Juicy Prime Rib which also known as standing rib roast. It is bursting with flavor and you only need a few fresh herbs to make a Smoked Prime Rib that everyone will love.

We often serve it for our Christmas Dinner but this smoker recipe is so easy, that I have been making it for other occasions. Our guests and family look forward to it!

Ingredients

• Prime Rib – We smoked a bone-in prime rib. But you can also smoke a boneless
• Olive Oil – Use your favorite oil
• Fresh Rosemary and Fresh Thyme – Finely minced
• Cloves Garlic – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves

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Variations Ideas

For a delicious variation, add in these ingredients. We usually start with about 1 tablespoon but you can add more as to what you prefer.

• Dijon Mustard
• Worcestershire Sauce

How to Make Smoked Prime Rib

• Step 1 – Let the prime rib sit at room temperature for 1 hour before cooking so that it can come to room temperature.
• Step 2 – Preheat the smoker to 225 degrees F.  

Step 3 – Place the prime rib in an aluminum pan with the bones down.

Step 4 – Mix together the seasonings in a small bowl. A garlic butter rub would also be a great option.

Step 5 – Coat the steak with the olive oil and then rub the seasoning mixture evenly on all sides of the roast.  

Step 6 – Place the roast on the top grill grate rack in your smoker.  If you have a digital thermometer, place it in the center of the roast then close the lid.

• Step 7 – Smoke the roast for 2 ½ – 3 hours until the roast reaches an internal temp of 100 degrees F. 
• Step 8 – Increase the temperature on the smoker to 500 degrees F and cook the roast until it reaches 120 degrees F. 
• Step 9 – After the cook time, remove the prime ribeye roast from the grill grates. Cover it with foil and let it rest for 15-20 minutes before slicing.
• Step 10 – Slice the roast against the grain is approximately ½ inch thick slices. Season with kosher salt and black pepper then serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• Cooking Prime Rib – This recipe is for a rare prime rib. If you prefer medium rare, smoke the prime rib until it reaches 130 degrees F. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the beef is cooked to the temperature that you desire.
• Resting Prime Rib – It is best to allow the prime rib to rest covered with foil. This help the prime rib to lock in the juices for the best flavor.

How to Choose a Prime Rib

We like to choose a prime rib with the bone-in from our local meat market butcher. Smoking a bone-in prime rib gives it so much flavor and can act as a roasting rack. There are two options you can choose from which are chuck end or loin end and we will like the chuck end option.

Depending on your budget you can smoke a prime grade, choice, or select roast. For a budget friendly option, select prime roast is a great choice and it will still turn out delicious and smoked to perfection.

How to Carve a Smoked Prime Rib

After allowing your prime rib to rest place on a cutting board with fat side down so you can remove the bones. Carve the prime rib around the rib bones with a sharp knife. Then flip the whole piece of prime rib over so that the fat side is up.

Cut the smoked prime rib roast into about ½ inch slices and place on a serving platter to serve with your favorite sides or dipping sauces such as BBQ Sauce or Horseradish Sauce.

What to Serve with Smoked Prime Rib?

Smoked Prime Rib can be served for any occasion. We love to serve as a holiday meal with our favorite side dishes for a complete meal idea. These are some of our favorites.

• Smoked Mac and Cheese or Grilled Mac and Cheese
• Smoked Scalloped Potatoes
• Smoked Green Beans
• Smoked Mashed Potatoes
• Smoked Asparagus

Storage and Reheating Tips

• Storing – Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
• Freezing – Place sliced prime rib in a freezer safe bag covered with plastic wrap. It will stay fresh for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge until ready to reheat.
• Reheating – It is best to reheat prime rib in the oven. We like to take the slices of prime rib and place in a baking dish and reheat in a preheated oven at 250 degrees. Add a little beef broth and reheat covered with aluminum foil for about 10-12 minutes or until heated through.