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Smoked Beef Short Ribs
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup beef broth
- Wood chips for smoking
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp paprika, 2 tbsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp onion powder, 1 tbsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp salt to create a dry rub.
- Rub the dry rub all over the beef short ribs, covering them evenly. Let the ribs sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Prepare your smoker for cooking, bringing the temperature to 225°F. Add wood chips for smoking.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 cup beef broth to create a basting liquid.
- Place the beef short ribs on the smoker rack and smoke for 5 hours, basting with the liquid every hour to keep the meat moist.
- After 5 hours, wrap the ribs in aluminum foil and return them to the smoker. Smoke for an additional 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and reaches an internal temperature of 200°F.
- Remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious smoked beef short ribs!
Smoked beef short ribs have a rich history dating back to the early days of American barbecue. This dish has its roots in the southern United States, where pitmasters would slow-smoke beef ribs over hardwood for hours, resulting in tender, flavorful meat with a smoky aroma. Chefs like Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue in Austin, Texas, have elevated the art of smoking beef ribs, drawing food enthusiasts from far and wide to savor their perfectly smoked and seasoned ribs. The key to achieving the best-smoked beef short ribs lies in the quality of the meat, the right blend of spices, and the patience to slow-smoke them to perfection. Today, some of the best versions of this dish can be found in renowned barbecue joints across the southern US, where pitmasters continue to honor the tradition of smoking beef ribs to mouthwatering perfection. Whether it's the dry rub, the wood used for smoking, or the precise cooking time, mastering the art of smoking beef short ribs is a labor of love that results in a truly unforgettable dining experience.
380 min
6
450 calories
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