Smoked Prime Rib

Savor the flavor of this perfectly smoked prime rib, which is rich and smoky. This traditional roast is made incredibly delicious by the slow smoking process and combination of aromatic herbs.

Ingredients:

• 1 whole prime rib roast about 8-10 pounds
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Wood chips for smoking hickory or oak recommended

Instructions:

Set the smokers temperature to 225F 107C

To make a rub, combine olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl

Evenly coat the entire prime rib roast with the prepared mixture by rubbing it in

While the smoker is still heating up, leave the prime rib to rest at room temperature for approximately half an hour

After filling the smoker box or foil pouch with wood chips, place it inside the smoker

When the smoker is ready, set the prime rib onto the grates and check the roasts thickest area with a meat thermometer

Smoke the prime rib until the internal temperature reaches the doneness you desire, which is typically medium-rare at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or 57 degrees Celsius

Depending on the size of the roast and the temperature of the smoker, this could take four to five hours

Before slicing, take the smoked prime rib out of the smoker and allow it to rest for 20 to 30 minutes

The smoked prime rib should be sliced and served with your preferred sides