Texas Smoky Short Ribs Recipe

Name: Texas Smoky Short Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef short ribs, trimmed; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 bay leaf; salt & freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium celery, chopped; 12 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 medium garlic clove, minced; 1 cup catsup; ¼ cup red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons liquid smoke; ½ teaspoon dried basil, crumbled; ½ teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled; ½ teaspoon cumin

Servings: persons

2 lbs beef short ribs, trimmed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 bay leaf
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium celery, chopped
12 small green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium garlic clove, minced
1 cup catsup
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons liquid smoke
½ teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
½ teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
½ teaspoon cumin

1
Combine short ribs, half of onion, bay leaf and salt and pepper in large pot.
2
Cover with cold water and bring to boil.
3
Let boil 5 minutes, skimmimg foam from surface.
4
Reduce heat, cover and simmer until ribs are tender, 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
5
Drain ribs well, reserving 1 cup cooking liquid.
6
Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
7
Add remaining onion,celery,bell pepper and garlic and cook until softened, about 10-12 minutes.
8
Add reserved cooking liquid and remaining ingredients and simmer until sauce is thick, about 30 minutes.
9
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
10
Arrange ribs in baking dish, spoon sauce over and cover with foil.
11
Bake until heated through, about 30 minutes.
12
Serve immediately.

737

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs beef short ribs, trimmed, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 bay leaf, salt & freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Texas Smoky 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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Texas Smoky Short Ribs

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Variations & substitutions

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