Backyard Hickory Smoked INCREDIBEEF Prime Rib Roast
There is something special about a small prime rib cooked low and slow in the backyard. It brings together everything I love about barbecue: the quiet rhythm of the fire, the slow blooming of hardwood aroma, and the way a well-seasoned roast transforms as smoke settles into its fat. This cook was born from one of those Fridays where the grill called louder than the week’s responsibilities, and I had a two bone rib roast that deserved something unforgettable. Hickory was the wood of the day, chosen for its bold aroma and steady heat that wraps beef in a warm, savory embrace without overpowering it.
The INCREDIBEEF Combo, built from Revolution Barbecue Blak BBQ Seasoning and our award-winning Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub, gives this roast a swagger of its own. One builds the bark, the other deepens every ounce of beefiness, and together they create a crust that crackles with flavor. This prime rib leans into that blend and lets the PK Original PK300 do the rest. Hickory, fat, and fire work together here, giving the roast a richness that feels both rustic and refined. It is backyard cooking with a touch of ceremony, the kind of meal that reminds you why live fire always wins.
Offset Grilled Prime Rib with Blak BBQ Seasoning and Texas Beef BBQ Rub
4
10 minutes
2.25 hours
690
American
Main Dish
This prime rib leans into the natural richness of a two bone roast and elevates it with the INCREDIBEEF pairing of Revolution Barbecue Blak BBQ Seasoning and Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub. These two seasonings work together in a way that feels purpose-built for beef. Blak deepens the bark with its earthy edge and striking color, while Texas Beef brings the pepper-forward punch, savory garlic backbone, and the signature beefiness that made it the #1 Beef Rub in America. When they melt into beef fat over a slow hickory fire, the flavors settle into something unforgettable.
Cooking this roast offset on the PK Original PK300 gives it time to drink in the hickory while staying shielded from the direct blast of charcoal. That slow build of heat gives the fat time to render and the bark time to develop. The final sear over the hot coals brings everything together by adding a smoky crust that crackles when sliced. This recipe highlights how simple backyard elements can create prime rib that tastes like a celebration. Hickory fire, beef tallow, and bold seasoning are all it needs. The result is a deeply flavored roast that cuts like butter and bursts with unmistakable hickory richness.
Ingredients
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- 1 two bone prime rib, approximately 5 pounds
- 2 tablespoons beef tallow
- 2 tablespoons Revolution Barbecue Blak BBQ Seasoning
2 tablespoons Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub
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- 2 cups low sodium beef stock
- 1 stick unsalted butter
Directions
- Prepare the Grill: Set up the PK Original PK300 in an offset configuration by placing lit hardwood charcoal on one side of the grill. Add 4 chunks of hickory wood and open the lower vents fully with the upper vents 3/4 open.
Prepare the Drip Pan: Place an 8x8 pan on the cool side of the grill, directly beneath the section of the grill grate that opens, then pour in the low sodium beef stock along with the stick of butter.
- Season the Prime Rib: Rub the entire roast with beef tallow, then apply Revolution Barbecue Blak BBQ Seasoning followed by Revolution Barbecue Texas Beef BBQ Rub to build the INCREDIBEEF layering.
- Start the Cook: Position the prime rib above the drip pan, close the lid, and allow smoke and indirect heat to work into the roast.
- Rotate the Roast: After 1 hour, rotate the prime rib to ensure even exposure to heat and continue cooking for another 1 hour.
- Finish to Temperature: Check the internal temperature during the final 20 minutes and cook until the roast reaches 110 degrees.
- Sear Over the Coals: Transfer the roast directly over the hot coals. Sear the fat cap side for 90 seconds, then sear each remaining side for 90 seconds.
- Rest the Roast: Remove to a tray, loosely cover with foil, and rest for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Slice and Serve: Remove the bones, slice the roast to your preferred thickness, and serve immediately.
