Firehouse Hot Five Alarm Collection – Part 14

Five Alarm Smoked Beef Short Ribs

Massive beef short ribs meet the intense heat of Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce for a true pitmaster meal.

Prep Time	20 minutes
Cook Time	7–9 hours
Rest Time	30 minutes
Servings	4–6
Smoker Temperature	225°F
Target Temperature	203–205°F

Recommended Wood: Post Oak, Hickory, or Pecan

Ingredients

• 4 beef plate short ribs
• 1/4 cup coarse kosher salt
• 1/4 cup coarse black pepper
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Season the ribs and smoke at 225°F until a rich bark forms. Continue cooking until probe tender at 203–205°F. During the final 20 minutes, lightly brush with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce and allow the glaze to set. Rest 30 minutes before serving.

Perfect Pairings

Smoked baked beans, grilled asparagus, macaroni and cheese.

Leftover Ideas

Loaded baked potatoes, tacos, chili.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Use the sauce as a finishing glaze so the beef and bark remain the stars.

Five Alarm Reverse-Seared Tri-Tip

A reverse-seared tri-tip with hardwood smoke and a bold Five Alarm finish delivers steakhouse flavor with serious heat.

Prep Time	15 minutes
Cook Time	60–90 minutes
Rest Time	15 minutes
Servings	4–6
Smoker Temperature	225°F
Target Temperature	130–135°F

Recommended Wood: Oak, Hickory, or Cherry

Ingredients

• 1 tri-tip roast (2½–3 pounds)
• 3 tablespoons favorite beef seasoning
• 1/4 cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Smoke the seasoned tri-tip at 225°F until it reaches 120–125°F. Sear over high heat for 1–2 minutes per side. Brush lightly with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce during the final minute of searing. Rest 15 minutes, then slice thinly across the grain.

Perfect Pairings

Roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, Caesar salad, garlic bread.

Leftover Ideas

Steak sandwiches, fajitas, salads, steak and eggs.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Slice across the grain every time for the most tender bite.