Saturday, August 30, 2014

What is a Shiner?

The exposed bone on a rack of ribs is referred to as a shiner. This happens when the butcher trims too close to the bone on a rack of ribs. Normally they should have meat all around. When buying a rack of ribs whether it be baby back or spare ribs make sure that there are no shiners, otherwise look for a different rack.

Baby Back Ribs vs. Spare Ribs