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Southern Comfort Feast: Ribs, Corn & Cornbread

Lee - Smoke & Sear
Servings: 4 Total Time: 3 hrs 10 mins Difficulty: Intermediate
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Southern Comfort Feast: Ninja Woodfire Style
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Get ready to unleash the smoky magic of the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Oven with this Southern Comfort Feast. We’re talking about succulent, fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs, charred and buttery grilled corn, and a warm, fluffy cornbread that tastes like a Southern dream. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ or just treating yourself, this recipe delivers big-time flavour with minimal fuss. Plus, the Ninja Woodfire adds a delicious wood-smoked vibe that’ll have your guests licking their fingers and begging for more.

Southern Comfort Feast: Ribs, Corn & Cornbread

Prep Time 1 hr Cook Time 2 hrs Rest Time 10 mins Total Time 3 hrs 10 mins
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Author: Lee - Smoke & Sear Cooking Method: , Cuisine: Courses: Recipe Keys: Family Friendly Family Friendly Party Pleaser Party Pleaser
Difficulty: Intermediate Cooking Temp: 120  C Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: £ 20 Calories: Approximately 650 per serving Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

For the Baby Back Ribs:

For the Grilled Corn on the Cob:

For the Homemade Cornbread:

Sweet and Glossy BBQ Rub:

Sweet and Glossy BBQ Sauce:

Instructions

  1. Pre-Step 1: Prepare the BBQ Rub

    Mix all rub ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.

  2. Pre-Step 2: Make the BBQ Sauce
    • Combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat.
    • Stir until the sugar dissolves. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and let cool. The sauce thickens as it cools.
  3. Step 1: Smoke the Ribs
    • Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for tender results.
    • Generously apply the BBQ rub to both sides of the ribs.
    • Preheat the Ninja Woodfire Oven to 120°C using the Smoke function.
    • Smoke the ribs for 1 hour 30 minutes using cherry pellets for a fruity, smoky aroma.
  4. Step 2: Prep the Corn
    • Shuck the corn and remove silk.
    • Spread butter over each ear and sprinkle with salt.
    • Wrap each ear in foil.
  5. Step 3: Prepare Cornbread Batter
    • Mix cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in one bowl.
    • Whisk milk, oil, and egg in another.
    • Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  6. Step 4: Final Cook
    • After smoking, remove ribs and increase oven temp to 200°C.
    • Brush ribs with butter and BBQ sauce, wrap tightly in foil, and bake for 30 minutes until internal temp reaches 88-93°C.
    • Add cornbread batter to a greased dish and place in the oven alongside the foil-wrapped corn for the last 20 minutes.
    • Finish ribs with a final coat of BBQ sauce and cook uncovered for 1 minute to caramelize.
  7. Step 5: Rest and Serve
    • Let ribs rest for a few minutes, then slice.
    • Serve with grilled corn and warm cornbread slices.

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Note

Pellet Choice: Cherry pellets give a sweet, subtle smoke—experiment with hickory or applewood for a different profile.

Pro Tip: If short on time, cornbread can be prepped earlier and warmed up during the final cooking phase.

Keywords: Ninja Woodfire recipes, baby back ribs, grilled corn, cornbread, Southern BBQ, smoked ribs, BBQ dinner ideas

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Today at 10:28am (Tuesday 22nd April 2025) I witnessed the best @typhoondisplayteam of the year — 100% the best I’ve seen!

Squadron Leader Nathan Shawyer absolutely smashed it over @rafconingsby

There I was . . . iPhone in one hand, Wren (the dog) strapped to my waist, being swarmed by flies (note to self: change aftershave), trying to capture the magic.

Worth every buzz and bite — turn your sound up and enjoy this beauty!

P.S. Don’t worry, the dog you can hear barking in the video occasionally wasn’t Wren . . .

Others had come out to watch the display with their lovely dogs too — one clearly less keen on the noise from the jets haha.

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Today at 10:28am (Tuesday 22nd April 2025) I witnessed the best @typhoondisplayteam of the year — 100% the best I’ve seen! Squadron Leader Nathan Shawyer absolutely smashed it over @rafconingsby There I was . . . iPhone in one hand, Wren (the dog) strapped to my waist, being swarmed by flies (note to self: change aftershave), trying to capture the magic. Worth every buzz and bite — turn your sound up and enjoy this beauty! P.S. Don’t worry, the dog you can hear barking in the video occasionally wasn’t Wren . . . Others had come out to watch the display with their lovely dogs too — one clearly less keen on the noise from the jets haha.

When the kids ask for smashburgers . . . who am I to argue?
And being kids, they like ’em just so. No greenery in sight – ha!

Toasted @stpierreuk brioche buns, a slather of @angusandoink Comeback sauce, double smash patties with properly melted cheese, topped off with our own bacon jam – made fresh, same way every single time. A proper house favourite. Bit of crispy onions on top and that’s it. Simple. Smashy. And they all leave with full bellies and big smiles – that’s what it’s all about.

All cooked on the mighty @blackstoneproducts griddle, and yep . . . even air-fried the chips while making the jam and burgers. We don’t mess about.

#smashburger #blackstonegriddle #familyfavourite #bbqfamily #baconjam #doublecheese #blackstonecooking #ukbbq #stpierreuk

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When the kids ask for smashburgers . . . who am I to argue? And being kids, they like ’em just so. No greenery in sight – ha! Toasted @stpierreuk brioche buns, a slather of @angusandoink Comeback sauce, double smash patties with properly melted cheese, topped off with our own bacon jam – made fresh, same way every single time. A proper house favourite. Bit of crispy onions on top and that’s it. Simple. Smashy. And they all leave with full bellies and big smiles – that’s what it’s all about. All cooked on the mighty @blackstoneproducts griddle, and yep . . . even air-fried the chips while making the jam and burgers. We don’t mess about. #smashburger #blackstonegriddle #familyfavourite #bbqfamily #baconjam #doublecheese #blackstonecooking #ukbbq #stpierreuk

First cook on the new Blackstone – had to break it in with a kid-friendly Full English!

Went with the classics: sausages, hash browns, bacon, beans, fried eggs, griddled tomatoes, fried bread and of course… potato waffles (because kids).

Set the Blackstone up with different zones for each bit – sausages and waffles in the hotter section, eggs and bread on the low zone. Used the integrated air fryer basket for the hash browns and the warm drawer came in clutch for holding bits while the rest cooked.

Cooking on the Blackstone is FAST.

You’ve got to juggle it all a bit, but it’s mad satisfying once you get into the rhythm. This wasn’t a fancy cook – just a proper hearty breakfast to get used to the griddle.

The kids? They rated it 10,000,000 out of 10, which either means I’m a breakfast legend or they need a maths lesson.

Either way, I’ll take it.

Plenty more cooks coming – this was just the start.

#BlackstoneGriddleUK #FullEnglishOnTheGriddle #BBQBreakfast #BlackstoneCooking #FamilyBBQVibes

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First cook on the new Blackstone – had to break it in with a kid-friendly Full English! Went with the classics: sausages, hash browns, bacon, beans, fried eggs, griddled tomatoes, fried bread and of course… potato waffles (because kids). Set the Blackstone up with different zones for each bit – sausages and waffles in the hotter section, eggs and bread on the low zone. Used the integrated air fryer basket for the hash browns and the warm drawer came in clutch for holding bits while the rest cooked. Cooking on the Blackstone is FAST. You’ve got to juggle it all a bit, but it’s mad satisfying once you get into the rhythm. This wasn’t a fancy cook – just a proper hearty breakfast to get used to the griddle. The kids? They rated it 10,000,000 out of 10, which either means I’m a breakfast legend or they need a maths lesson. Either way, I’ll take it. Plenty more cooks coming – this was just the start. #BlackstoneGriddleUK #FullEnglishOnTheGriddle #BBQBreakfast #BlackstoneCooking #FamilyBBQVibes

🍍🔥 Pineapple Express Pulled Pork — with shatter-crisp crackling so savage, you’ll hear it from three streets over.

Massive love to @villagebutchers for sending me this absolute unit of a pork leg (9kg of bone-in, rind-on beauty). Injected it with pineapple rum, spun it low ‘n slow on the rotisserie, then crowned it with crispy shards of crackling like some kind of BBQ king 👑

Cooked this beast on the @everdurebyhestonblumenthal Hub 2 — first time I’ve fired it up in ages. Truth be told, I was sent it back in May 2023 to review . . . but with the house move, life chaos and all that jazz, it’s been sat in the garage gathering dust. Good job I kept hold of it — it’s the only kit I own that could handle the sheer size and weight of this bad boy.

Wanna try it yourself? Full step-by-step recipe is live now:

👉 https://www.smokeandsear.world/BBQ-recipes/pineapple-express-pulled-pork-with-shatter-crisp-crackling/

#SmokeAndSear #PineappleExpressPulledPork #CracklingKings #RotisserieLife #BBQUK #EverdureHub2 #PulledPorkPerfection #OutdoorCooking #PineappleBBQ #BBQCrackling #BBQMad #MeatMatters #VillageButchers #BackyardBBQ #LowAndSlow #BBQGoals #BBQRecipe

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🍍🔥 Pineapple Express Pulled Pork — with shatter-crisp crackling so savage, you’ll hear it from three streets over. Massive love to @villagebutchers for sending me this absolute unit of a pork leg (9kg of bone-in, rind-on beauty). Injected it with pineapple rum, spun it low ‘n slow on the rotisserie, then crowned it with crispy shards of crackling like some kind of BBQ king 👑 Cooked this beast on the @everdurebyhestonblumenthal Hub 2 — first time I’ve fired it up in ages. Truth be told, I was sent it back in May 2023 to review . . . but with the house move, life chaos and all that jazz, it’s been sat in the garage gathering dust. Good job I kept hold of it — it’s the only kit I own that could handle the sheer size and weight of this bad boy. Wanna try it yourself? Full step-by-step recipe is live now: 👉 https://www.smokeandsear.world/BBQ-recipes/pineapple-express-pulled-pork-with-shatter-crisp-crackling/ #SmokeAndSear #PineappleExpressPulledPork #CracklingKings #RotisserieLife #BBQUK #EverdureHub2 #PulledPorkPerfection #OutdoorCooking #PineappleBBQ #BBQCrackling #BBQMad #MeatMatters #VillageButchers #BackyardBBQ #LowAndSlow #BBQGoals #BBQRecipe