Texas-Style Beef Ribs Recipe

Name: Texas-Style Beef Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon ground mustard; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 (3 lb) slabs beef ribs; Mopping Sauce; 1 cup ketchup; 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (3 lb) slabs beef ribs
Mopping Sauce
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin

1
In a small bowl, combine salt, brown sugar, onion powder, paprika, mustard, thyme, basil, and cumin.
2
Rinse ribs and pat dry. Remove thin membrane from back of ribs by piercing it with a sharp knife and pulling it off. Rub salt mixture evenly over ribs. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3
Preheat one side of grill to medium-low (250 - 300 degrees).
4
Grill ribs, meaty side down, over indirect heat, with grill lid closed, for 2 hours, brushing ribs every 30 minutes with Mopping Sauce. Turn ribs over, and cook for 3-4 hours, brushing every 30 minutes with Mopping Sauce. Cook until meat is very tender. Serve immediately.
5
Mopping Sauce:
6
In a small bowl, combine ketchup, vinegar, Worcestershire, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

252

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Protein

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* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons kosher salt, 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, and more.

Yes, Texas-Style Beef 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-Style Beef Ribs

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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