Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 lb

beef short ribs

2 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

8 oz

tomato sauce

0.33 cup

brown sugar

0.25 cup

catsup

0.25 cup

vinegar

2 tbsp

prepared mustard

0.5 cup

onion

chopped

1 unit

garlic clove

minced

1 tbsp

chili powder

Step 1
~13 min

Place short ribs in a large frying pan or Dutch oven.

Step 2
~13 min

Cover tightly and cook slowly for 1 1/2 hours, turning occasionally.

Step 3
~13 min

Season with 2 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.

Step 4
~13 min

In a separate saucepan, combine 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce, 1/3 c. brown sugar, 1/4 c. catsup, 1/4 c. vinegar, 2 Tbsp. prepared mustard, 1/2 c. chopped onion, 1 minced garlic clove and 1 Tbsp. chili powder.

Step 5
~13 min

Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes, stirring to blend.

Step 6
~13 min

Remove each short rib from the pan.

Step 7
~13 min

Dip each short rib in the sauce to coat all sides.

Step 8
~13 min

Place the coated short ribs on a rack in a broiler pan (4 to 5 inches from heat) or on a grill top over charcoal.

Step 9
~13 min

Cook at moderate temperature, brushing with sauce and turning occasionally, for 20 to 30 minutes or until done.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the short ribs in the sauce overnight.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the short ribs are cooked to the desired doneness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes, polenta, or grits.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Roasted vegetables
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Texas

Cultural Significance

Popular barbecue dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Barbecue
Weekend cooking

Popularity Score

70/100

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