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Beef Ribs A Beautiful Barbecue Recipe

Prepare for an unforgettable barbecue experience! This recipe for fall-off-the-bone beef ribs will have your neighbors knocking on your door, begging for a taste. The intensely flavorful marinade, simmered to perfection, infuses the ribs with smoky sweetness and a hint of spice. Serve with garlic bread, a vibrant mixed green salad, sweet corn on the cob, and your favorite condiments. Don't forget extra lettuce to cool the heat! This recipe includes instructions for both grilling and oven baking, ensuring delicious results no matter the weather. Marinating overnight is key for maximum flavor, so plan ahead!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 187.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Beef Ribs A Beautiful Barbecue

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How to Make Beef Ribs A Beautiful Barbecue

  1. **Barbecue Sauce/Marinade:** Skin and quarter 1 (28-ounce) can of tomatoes.
  2. Peel and cube 1 large onion.
  3. Remove seeds from 1 large lemon.
  4. Cut the lemon into small pieces.
  5. Combine the tomatoes, onion, lemon, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste), 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup water in a food processor. Process until smooth.
  6. Transfer the food processor contents to a 2-quart saucepan. Add 1 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup molasses, and 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard. Bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the liquid reduces by about 1/4.
  8. Stir in 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1 tablespoon liquid smoke.
  9. Continue to simmer, stirring frequently, for 10 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
  10. Cover the saucepan, turn off the heat, and let cool completely, stirring occasionally.
  11. Once cool, pour the barbecue sauce/marinade over 3-4 pounds of beef ribs.
  12. Cover the container and marinate in the refrigerator overnight, turning the ribs occasionally.
  13. The next day, remove the ribs from the marinade and let them drain in a colander while you preheat your grill to high heat (or oven to 350°F).
  14. **To Barbecue:** Place ribs on the hot grill. Cook, brushing frequently with the barbecue sauce/marinade to prevent burning, until done to your liking:
  15. Approximately 5-6 minutes per side for rare.
  16. Approximately 8 minutes per side for medium.
  17. Approximately 10-12 minutes per side for well-done.
  18. **To Oven Bake:** Place ribs in a roasting pan, pour remaining marinade over ribs, and bake at 350°F for 2-2.5 hours, or until tender, basting frequently.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

113g

Fat

1g

Carbs

11g

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