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Christmas Prime Rib Temperature Guide for juicy, perfectly cooked roast beef.

Smoked Prime Rib

A simple yet effective guide to cooking smoked prime rib for Christmas, ensuring juicy results and a perfectly cooked roast.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rub
  • 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary optional for added flavor
For the Prime Rib
  • 8 pounds Prime rib roast Bone-in or boneless

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Let the prime rib sit at room temperature for about 45 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  2. Season the prime rib with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried rosemary (if using).
Smoking
  1. Preheat your smoker to a temperature between 225°F to 250°F.
  2. Place the seasoned prime rib in the smoker and smoke until the internal temperature reaches the target pull temperature.
Resting
  1. Once the prime rib has reached the desired pull temperature, remove it from the smoker and loosely tent it with foil.
  2. Let it rest for 20 to 40 minutes before slicing.
Serving
  1. Slice the prime rib against the grain and serve while warm.

Notes

Always use a reliable thermometer to check the internal temperature. Pull the roast early and allow it to rest to achieve perfect doneness.