Best weight for St. Louis Ribs

I wonder if the weight difference is because of size (i.e., the age of the animal), or are they just cut differently (more or fewer ribs)?

@jay1924 posted:

I wonder if the weight difference is because of size (i.e., the age of the animal), or are they just cut differently (more or fewer ribs)?

Some of my many questions. I've just not seen these options a lot till now.

Living where we do there are not a lot off  store bought products so I've  been looking on-line.

Here is an article I found interesting.  May be of some help; maybe not.https://www.foodfirefriends.co...st-louis-style-ribs/

I very rarely buy meat online. I buy heritage pork belly from Snake River Farms, and I buy country ham products from Burger's Smokehouse. I buy duck from Joe Jurgielewicz & Son, Ltd. in PA since I'm close to them and their duck is great. That's about it for online meat for me.

@oldsarge posted:

Here is an article I found interesting.  May be of some help; maybe not.https://www.foodfirefriends.co...st-louis-style-ribs/

Interesting article.

I'm still confused as they say Snake River Farms sells 1.5 Lb.  and Crows Cow sells 1.5 Lb - 3.5 Lb.

Might the 1.5 LB be a bit better as I'm thinking it could be from a younger animal?

I'm betting they trim for uniformity of weight.

@mountainman posted:

I'm seeing St. Louis ribs being offered in weight categories such as 1.5Lb, 2Lb, 2.5Lb, 3Lb and3.5Lb.

I've always thought 2.5Lb was pretty much normal.

What would you choose and why?

incredibox

TNX, mm

If you're not sure, 2.5lbs is a safe and popular choice. It's a good middle ground that works well in most situations. However, consider the factors above to make the best decision for your specific needs and preferences.