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Best Country Style Beef Ribs

Best Country Style Beef Ribs
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The Best Country Style Beef Ribs recipe offers tender, juicy, and flavorful ribs prepared with a balanced dry rub and versatile cooking methods. Perfectly slow-cooked to melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, this recipe suits both casual family dinners and special gatherings. With optional variations and easy adaptation to grilling or baking, these ribs deliver a comforting and impressive dish everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 pounds country style beef ribs (well-marbled, meaty)

Dry Rub

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder or cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Marinade and Binder

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or mustard (to bind dry rub)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or Worcestershire sauce (for tenderizing and flavor)

Optional

  • BBQ sauce (for glazing in last 15 minutes)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ribs: Trim any excess fat from the ribs to avoid flare-ups during grilling but keep some fat to maintain moisture and flavor. Pat the ribs dry with paper towels to ensure the dry rub adheres well.
  2. Apply the Dry Rub: In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly. Rub this seasoning generously over all sides of the ribs, pressing it into the meat to form a flavorful crust when cooked.
  3. Let the Ribs Rest: Cover the ribs and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or preferably overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat and helps tenderize it.
  4. Choose Your Cooking Method: Preheat your oven, grill, or slow cooker to a low temperature, ideally between 225°F and 275°F. Cooking low and slow is crucial to breaking down collagen and achieving tender ribs.
  5. Cook the Ribs: Place the ribs bone side down on a baking sheet, grill grates, or in your slow cooker. Cook gently, turning occasionally for even heat distribution. The ribs are done when the internal temperature reaches between 195°F and 203°F.
  6. Finish with Glaze (Optional): Brush your favorite BBQ sauce over the ribs during the last 15 minutes of cooking for a sticky, caramelized finish.

Notes

  • Patience is key: Slow cooking at low heat ensures the ribs become tender and juicy.
  • Use a meat thermometer: To perfectly gauge doneness without drying out the meat.
  • Rest after cooking: Let ribs rest covered for 10-15 minutes to redistribute juices before slicing.
  • Wrap in foil during cooking (optional): Wrapping halfway can trap moisture and speed tenderness.
  • Experiment with wood chips on the grill: Hickory or applewood add wonderful smoky aroma.

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Keywords: country style beef ribs, slow cooked ribs, BBQ ribs, tender beef ribs, grilled beef ribs

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