Ultimate Smoky BBQ Rib Dirty Fries

Ultimate Smoky BBQ Rib Dirty Fries

Lee - Smoke & Sear
Servings: 4 Total Time: 2 hrs 50 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Party Pleaser Party Pleaser Smoke & Sear Fav. Smoke & Sear Fav.
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Rib-Topped Dirty Fries: BBQ Bliss Meets Comfort Food

Get ready to dive into the ultimate indulgence with these Cheeky Rib-Topped Dirty Fries! Imagine fall-off-the-bone ribs with a smoky, caramelized glaze piled high on crispy golden fries, dripping in gooey cheese, and topped with all the best fixings. It’s a cross between a backyard BBQ and the ultimate comfort food binge. Whether you’re showing off at a weekend BBQ or simply spoiling yourself, this dish is your new go-to. Don’t forget the napkins—it’s gonna get messy (in the best way).

Ultimate Smoky BBQ Rib Dirty Fries

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Prep Time 30 mins Cook Time 2 hrs Rest Time 20 mins Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate Cooking Temp: 120  C Servings: 4 Estimated Cost: £ 12 Calories: Approximately 850 per serving Best Season: Summer
Author: Lee - Smoke & Sear Cooking Method: , Cuisine: Courses: Recipe Keys: Party Pleaser Party Pleaser Smoke & Sear Fav. Smoke & Sear Fav.

Ingredients

For the Ribs:

For the Dirty Fries:

Instructions

  1. Prepping the Ribs

    • Start by removing the membrane from the back of the ribs.
    • Mix brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, black pepper, and salt in a bowl.
    • Rub this spice mix generously over the ribs, covering all sides.

  2. Smoking the Ribs

    • Preheat the Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Oven to 120°C in Smoke mode.
    • Place the ribs inside and smoke for 1.5 hours using cherry wood pellets.

  3. Wrapping and Cooking the Ribs

    • Remove the ribs and increase the temperature to 200°C.
    • Lay the ribs on aluminium foil, add a knob of butter and a generous brushing of BBQ sauce, and wrap tightly.
    • Cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the ribs reach an internal temperature of 88-93°C (190-200°F).

  4. Cooking the Fries

    Prepare your fries according to the package instructions, aiming for crispy golden perfection.

  5. Shredding the Ribs

    • Once the ribs are cooked, let them rest for 15 minutes.
    • Shred the meat off the bones, discarding the bones.

  6. Assembling the Dirty Fries

    • Pile the fries onto a baking dish.
    • Top with shredded rib meat, followed by cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
    • Drizzle with additional BBQ sauce for extra flavour.

  7. Baking the Loaded Fries

    Place the loaded fries in the Ninja Woodfire and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbling (about 10 minutes).

  8. Final Touches

    • Once out of the Woodfire, add dollops of sour cream.
    • Sprinkle with chopped green onions, jalapeño slices (if using), and crispy fried onions for the perfect crunch.

  9. Serving

    • Serve immediately and enjoy while it’s hot. Sharing is optional!

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Note

Customizing Heat: Skip the cayenne and jalapeños if you’re not a fan of heat, or double up for a spicy kick.

BBQ Sauce: Experiment with different BBQ sauces—sweet, spicy, or tangy—to switch up the flavour profile.

Make Ahead Tip: Smoke the ribs the day before and finish them in the oven when you’re ready to serve for less stress.

Keywords: BBQ ribs, dirty fries, loaded fries, smoky BBQ, comfort food, cheesy fries, party food, Ninja Woodfire recipes
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