Simple Smoked Beef Short Ribs Recipe

Name: Simple Smoked Beef Short Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 (4- or 5-inch-long) beef short ribs; Barbecue sauce, for serving; 1 cup prepared yellow mustard; 1/4 cup dill pickle juice; 1/4 cup red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon granulated garlic; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 2 tablespoons sea salt; 2 tablespoons coarse or restaurant grind black pepper; 1 tablespoon granulated garlic; 2 teaspoons white cane sugar

Servings: persons

6 (4- or 5-inch-long) beef short ribs
Barbecue sauce, for serving
1 cup prepared yellow mustard
1/4 cup dill pickle juice
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons sea salt
2 tablespoons coarse or restaurant grind black pepper
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
2 teaspoons white cane sugar

1
Remove the ribs from the refrigerator and outline the bones with a sharp, pointed paring knife. Combine all the ingredients for the mustard slather in a small bowl and blend well. Brush the slather over the entire surface of the ribs.
2
Combine all the ingredients for the rub in a small bowl and blend well. Sprinkle the rub over the slathered ribs.
3
Heat a cooker to 230u00b0 to 250u00b0F. Oil the rack and place the ribs on it bone side down over indirect heat. Cover and cook for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Turn and cook for 45 minutes more, then turn and cook for another 45 minutes, or until the ribs reach 185u00b0F on a meat thermometer.
4
Transfer the ribs to a cutting board and let them rest, covered loosely with aluminum foil, for 10 to 15 minutes. Cut the ribs into individual pieces and serve with barbecue sauce.

448

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Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 (4- or 5-inch-long) beef short ribs, Barbecue sauce, for serving, 1 cup prepared yellow mustard, 1/4 cup dill pickle juice, and more.

Yes, Simple Smoked Beef Short Ribs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Simple Smoked Beef Short Ribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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