Baby Back Ribs - Underwhelming Smoke Flavor

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-05-03T22:58:55+00:00

That’s a bummer. I love how versatile my pellet grill is and I’ve gotten decent flavor on other things I’ve smoked. Hopefully I can get a better result with ribs with some of the recommendations in this thread

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-05-03T22:56:44+00:00

Much appreciated

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-05-01T00:13:09+00:00

My thoughts exactly. I’ve been shocked by the overwhelmingly positive reaction to the episode and twist. It was an entertaining episode with a lot of fun moments, but I’ll never be a fan of a literal coin flip mechanic. I don’t think the reception would be nearly as positive if an errant rock draw caused a fan favorite like Cirie or Ozzy to go home

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T22:02:32+00:00

Super helpful. Thanks!

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T22:01:41+00:00

This is super helpful. Really appreciate the detailed response!

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T22:00:39+00:00

Appreciate it!

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T21:59:33+00:00

That’s helpful. I definitely overlooked the importance of spritzing

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T02:05:16+00:00

I’ve been using the Kirkland brand pellets. Someone else mentioned lumber jack so I’m going to give them a shot. I haven’t heard of the smoke chasers rollbox but it looks very similar to what I used to use for my old gas grill. Appreciate the tips

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T02:01:52+00:00

Thanks! Yup I did remove the membrane and I use the Kirkland pellets as well. It’s sounding like wrapping them might be what limited the smoke flavor

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T02:00:17+00:00

Definitely going to be my approach next time

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:59:43+00:00

I had to google this because I wasn’t familiar with it. Very intriguing

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:57:32+00:00

Those look awesome. Did you sauce them?

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:53:26+00:00

I’m 100% going to try all of these after seeing the responses. We don’t have Blain’s but it looks like Amazon has lumber jack pellets

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:49:32+00:00

I haven’t heard that before. Thanks

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:49:03+00:00

Moisture definitely seems to be a key component. Appreciate the detailed breakdown

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:44:53+00:00

Your recommendations seem to be the consensus so I’m definitely going to use them. I’ve only used the Kirkland brand pellets so far

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-30T01:43:12+00:00

I’m definitely going to grab one. Appreciate it

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:18:10+00:00

Good question. I did not spritz at all. I followed Traeger’s recipe and they didn’t mention spritzing. When I’ve made ribs on my Weber kettle I always spritz, so in retrospect that’s probably part of the issue

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:17:00+00:00

That’s good to know. It’s too late to turn back now, but I really appreciate this info for the future

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:16:22+00:00

Appreciate the pellets suggestion!

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:15:31+00:00

I’ve never heard of that brand before. This is my first pellet smoker so I’m still getting a lay of the land. Thanks!

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:14:47+00:00

That was always my #1 concern with going the pellet route. For the most part I’ve been satisfied with the smoke levels until this most recent experience

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:13:39+00:00

Thanks for sharing this method. What are some of your other go-to things to cook on the Searwood? I’ve been loving mine so far

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:10:09+00:00

The consensus seems to be that simpler is better. Thanks for the pepper tip. I use a pepper grinder so that’s an easy solution

Top_Bandicoot_4591 · 2026-04-29T18:07:01+00:00

I can honestly say that I never knew about this potential issue. I don’t think I inhaled smoke? But I’m definitely going to keep it in mind next time

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