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beef ribs recipe
- Total Time: 205 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This easy beef ribs recipe delivers fall-off-the-bone tender beef with incredible aroma and minimal effort, perfect for busy families and meal preppers seeking a satisfying and budget-friendly dish.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg beef short ribs, English or Flanken cut (3.3 lbs)
- 30 mL olive oil (2 tbsp)
- 1 large yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 240 mL your favorite BBQ sauce (1 cup)
- 60 mL apple cider vinegar (0.25 cup)
- 30 mL brown sugar (2 tbsp)
- 15 mL smoked paprika (1 tbsp)
- 5 mL chili powder (1 tsp)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 240 mL water or beef broth (1 cup)
Instructions
- Prep the Ribs: Pat beef ribs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder until evenly coated.
- Sear for Flavor: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned ribs on all sides until deeply browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove ribs and set aside.
- Combine and Cook Low and Slow: Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion to the pot, sautéing until softened and translucent (about 5-7 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Return seared ribs to the pot. Stir in BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Add enough water or broth (about 1 cup) to partially submerge the ribs, bringing the liquid to a gentle simmer. For oven method, cover tightly and bake at 300(deg)F (150(deg)C) for 3-4 hours. For slow cooker method, cook on Low for 6-8 hours or High for 3-4 hours. For Instant Pot method, cook on High Pressure for 45-60 minutes, then allow a full natural pressure release.
- Rest and Serve: Carefully remove tender beef ribs from the pot and let them rest on a plate for 10-15 minutes. Skim off any excess fat from the sauce. If desired, simmer the sauce on the stovetop over medium heat, uncovered, until it thickens to your preferred consistency.
Notes
If ribs aren’t tender enough, return to the oven or slow cooker for an additional 30-60 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of broth. For best flavor and nutrient content, use grass-fed beef ribs and organic vegetables. This recipe is naturally dairy-free.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 250 g)
- Calories: 450 calories
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg