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How Long to Cook Beef Short Ribs (Bone-In, English Cut / Smoked) in the smoker

Specification: 4 English-cut bone-in short ribs (approx 12 to 14 oz each) seasoned with coarse salt and pepper

Target Temp
Heat Waves
225°F (107°C)
Indirect Smoke
Total Time
Clock Time
330–390 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
Flip Action
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
Thermometer Probe
203°F (95°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
Start cook

3-Step Execution Protocol

1
Preheat & Prep

Preheat smoker to 225°F (107°C) with your choice of wood. Prepare beef short ribs (bone-in, english cut / smoked) (4 English-cut bone-in short ribs (approx 12 to 14 oz each) seasoned with coarse salt and pepper).

2
Cook

Cook for 330–390 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.

3
Check & Rest

Meat retracts significantly up the bone and a probe slides in like warm butter Confirm internal temperature reaches 203°F (95°C). Rest for 20 minutes before serving.

Verification Basis & Testing Rig

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Pro Tip: Smoke bone-side down throughout the entire cook; the thick bone acts as a thermal shield that protects delicate meat from radiant bottom heat.

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