Description
These succulent beef short ribs are prepared with a balanced, savory spice blend and slow-cooked to perfection. Eschewing sticky, sugary sauces, this method emphasizes the natural, deep flavor of premium beef. By utilizing a low and slow roasting process, you achieve a beautiful crust, known as bark, while keeping the inside tender enough to fall off the bone. Perfect for authentic smokehouse-style results at home.
Ingredients
4 lbs Beef Short Ribs
1/2 cup Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons Smoked Paprika
1 tablespoon Kosher Salt
1 tablespoon Coarsely ground Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
Remove the silver skin membrane from the underside of the ribs.
Pat the ribs thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure better rub adhesion.
In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Massage the dry rub generously over every surface of the beef ribs.
Let the ribs sit at room temperature for 30 minutes for the rub to penetrate.
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
Place ribs in a roasting pan and cook for 4 hours until the meat is fork-tender and pulls away easily from the bone.
Notes
Ensure the silver skin is fully removed for the most tender results.
If you prefer a spicier kick, adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your preference.
Cooking time may vary based on the thickness of your ribs, so start checking for tenderness around the 3.5-hour mark.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 240
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Roasting
- Cuisine: American BBQ
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lb ribs
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 52g
- Cholesterol: 165mg