One of the easiest and most flavorful ways to cook prime rib is on a pellet grill. This recipe will help set you up for success. It takes a little while to cook it perfectly but believe me, it is worth the wait!
Prime rib is one of those meals that is perfect for a special occasion. Whether it is a holiday or another celebration, you know it is important if prime rib is on the menu.
Of course, a big hunk of beef rib roast can be on the pricier side. So, you want to make sure you cook it right when you get one.
Luckily, it isn’t difficult at all. If you have a little bit of patience, you can have a tender and tasty prime rib cooked just the way you like it.
This recipe uses a reverse sear technique. You cook it low and slow until the center is cooked a little bit under your final temperature.
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Then you pull the roast off of the smoker to rest for a few minutes and crank up the heat. It goes back on to get a nice crust on the outside.
Cook It Perfectly
Just watch your meat thermometer and pull it when the middle hits your perfect temperature. For medium-rare the center of the prime rib should be between 130-135F.
If anything, err on the side of going under a bit. You can’t uncook it once it is cooked.
For the guests who like their meat more well done, serve them the ends. For those of us who are perfectly happy with some pink, the center is the best.
What To Serve With Prime Rib
We had this prime rib with some yummy mashed potatoes and our favorite smothered green beans. It was about as good of a meal as you can ask for.
It would also be great with some seven layer salad, wilted lettuce, or brussels sprouts. Or try creamed spinach mac and cheese for something fun and different.
Prime Rib on a Pellet Grill
Ingredients
- 6-7 pound bone in prime rib
- 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
- 2 Tablespoons salt
- 1 Tablespoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pull the prime rib out of the refrigerator an hour or two before you plan to cook it.
- Mix together the seasonings, or use your favorite steak seasoning, and liberally season all of the sides of the meat.
- Preheat smoker to 225℉.
- Place the prime rib bone side down on the smoker. Cook for about 35 minutes per pound or 3-4 hours. The center should read 120℉ for a rare prime rib or closer to 130℉ for medium.
- Place the prime rib on a cutting board or rimmed baking sheet. Tent it with foil and allow to rest for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, turn the smoker up to 400℉.
- Return the roast to the smoker. Cook until the center is 130℉ for rare, 135℉ for medium-rare, or 140℉ for medium. Keep an eye on it, getting the correct temperature is really important.
- Rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Run a knife along the bones to remove them from the meat to make slicing easier.
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