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Easy Beef Short Ribs Recipe for Beginners

Are you intimidated by the thought of cooking beef ribs? Fear not! This recipe uses short ribs, which are easier to handle and require minimal preparation. Plus, you don’t need to follow any specific cooking style or flavor profile, making it perfect for beginners or those short on time.

The Magic Begins with a Sweet and Spicy Rub

Start by creating a flavorful rub using paprika, chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper. Coat the short ribs evenly and let them sit overnight for maximum flavor.

Smokey Chipotle Barbecue Sauce

While the ribs are marinating, prepare the chipotle barbecue sauce. Simply heat some oil in a saucepan, add chopped onion and garlic, and then whisk in ketchup, brown sugar, water, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, chipotles in adobo sauce, and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 30-40 minutes until it thickens and reduces.

Roasting and Grilling

Roast the ribs in the oven at 350°F for about 2 hours, or until they’re fork-tender. Meanwhile, prepare your grill for medium heat. Once the ribs are done roasting, brush them with the barbecue sauce and grill for 20 minutes, flipping and brushing every 5 minutes until the sauce forms a glaze.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your delicious beef short ribs with a fresh corn salad and herby potatoes. Don’t forget to transfer the remaining sauce to a serving bowl for dipping!

Tips and Variations

• If you can’t find flanken-cut short ribs, English-cut short ribs will work too. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• You can make the ribs up to 2 days in advance and store them in the refrigerator.
• The barbecue sauce can be made ahead and stored for up to 4 days.
• Experiment with different spices and flavor profiles to make the recipe your own!

Special Equipment Needed

• Pastry brush or barbecue basting brush

What to Buy

• Flanken-cut beef short ribs (or English-cut short ribs as a substitute)
• OXO Good Grips Large Silicone Basting Brush for easy cleaning and odor resistance