{"id":20177,"date":"2023-10-25T15:44:14","date_gmt":"2023-10-25T15:44:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/?p=20177"},"modified":"2023-10-25T15:44:17","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T15:44:17","slug":"remove-the-membrane-from-ribs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pitmastercentral.com\/remove-the-membrane-from-ribs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove the Membrane from Ribs? Quick and Easy Steps!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ribs generally have a thick membrane, also called silverskin, attached to them. This membrane can affect the texture and flavor of the meat if not removed. Luckily, removing the membrane off your ribs isn\u2019t too difficult. You just need a knife to cut through the membrane and a good grip to pull the skin off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some years ago, I made the mistake of cooking ribs<\/a> with the silverskin attached, and the outcome was nearly inedible. After that experience, I learned how to remove the membrane and prevent a barbecue disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to learn more about how to remove membrane from ribs, I’ve got you covered. Continue reading to discover my step-by-step guide to removing silverskin. <\/p>\n\n\n

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How to Remove Membrane from Ribs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Step 1 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

First, unwrap the ribs from their packaging and pat them dry with paper towels. Next, ensure the curved side of the ribs is flat, facing down, on a clean cutting board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Use your fingertips to feel for a solid bone in the middle of the rack to find a rib. Hold your butter knife horizontally at the base of the rib on the side that is closest to you, and wedge the knife between the rib and the rib’s membrane. Press the knife firmly between the ribs and the membrane until the rib membrane goes over the knife. Be careful not to pierce the membrane when cutting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Now, turn the butter knife between the membrane and ribs vertically so the back side of the knife lifts the membrane, i.e., the membrane should be resting on the dull side of the blade while the front side of the knife should be in contact with the bones. You should notice a little air pocket between the bone and the membrane. Lift the handle of the knife up while pressing the bottom part of the knife down. The silverskin should be pulling off as you lift the butter knife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Now, insert your fingers inside the space between the membrane and bone. Tug upwards to separate the silverskin even more. Stop pulling when there is enough silverskin flap to grip onto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Next, place a paper towel on the hand you’ll be pulling with. The paper towel will provide a bit more traction, so you can pull off the entire membrane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take the paper towel in your palm and use your thumb and index finger to grasp the loose edge of the membrane. Use your other hand to hold down the rack of ribs and pull the silverskin right off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lastly, discard the thick, white membrane you removed. You can now season and prepare your delicious ribs. Don’t forget to dispose of the used paper towel, clean the area, and continue cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

 Watch this video for a visual representation of these easy steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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