Tender Summer BBQ Short Ribs
Experience the essence of summer with these Tender BBQ Short Ribs, cooked to perfection in a slow cooker. Infused with a delightful blend of barbecue sauce and honey, these ribs are slow-cooked until they're fall-off-the-bone tender. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors makes this dish a family favorite. Best of all, the rich taste improves as it rests, making it an ideal make-ahead meal. Serve it alongside coleslaw and cornbread for a truly satisfying feast that will leave your guests coming back for more.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
beef short ribs
4 lbs (cut into pieces)
onion
1 large (coarsely chopped)
barbecue sauce
1 cup (your favorite variety)
honey
2 tablespoons (raw or regular)
flour
1/4 cup (for thickening)
yellow mustard
1 tablespoon (for flavor)
Instructions
1
Begin by placing the beef short ribs and coarsely chopped onion at the bottom of your slow cooker, creating a hearty base.
2
In a separate bowl, whisk together your favorite barbecue sauce, honey, flour, and yellow mustard until well combined. This mixture will create a delicious glaze for the ribs.
3
Pour the barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the ribs and onions, ensuring all the ribs are covered.
4
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to low for 6 to 8 hours. If you're short on time, you can cook it on high for about 5 hours. The ribs are done when they are tender and easily pull away from the bone.
5
Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker using tongs. Place them on a serving platter and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
6
Skim any excess fat off the surface of the sauce, then return the ribs to the slow cooker, tossing gently to coat them evenly in the flavorful sauce.
7
Serve the ribs warm, drizzled with additional sauce if desired, and enjoy a taste of summer, no matter the season!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tender Summer BBQ Short Ribs?
It is a slow cooker dish featuring beef short ribs cooked in a sweet and tangy barbecue glaze until fall-off-the-bone tender.
How many pounds of beef short ribs are required?
The recipe calls for 4 lbs of beef short ribs cut into pieces.
What type of onion should I use?
Use one large onion that has been coarsely chopped.
What are the main sauce ingredients?
The sauce consists of barbecue sauce, honey, flour, and yellow mustard.
How much barbecue sauce is needed?
You will need 1 cup of your favorite variety of barbecue sauce.
Why is honey added to the recipe?
Honey is used to add a delightful sweetness and create a delicious glaze for the ribs.
What is the purpose of flour in this recipe?
Flour acts as a thickening agent for the barbecue sauce mixture.
How much yellow mustard is required?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of yellow mustard for added flavor.
How do I begin the preparation?
Start by placing the beef short ribs and chopped onion at the bottom of your slow cooker.
Should I mix the sauce ingredients separately?
Yes, whisk the barbecue sauce, honey, flour, and mustard in a separate bowl before adding to the cooker.
How long do the ribs cook on the low setting?
On the low setting, the ribs should cook for 6 to 8 hours.
How long do the ribs cook on the high setting?
If you are short on time, you can cook the ribs on high for approximately 5 hours.
How can I tell when the short ribs are done?
The ribs are finished when they are tender and easily pull away from the bone.
What should I do once the ribs are cooked?
Carefully remove them with tongs, place on a platter, and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
How do I handle excess fat in the slow cooker?
Skim any excess fat off the surface of the sauce before returning the ribs to the pot.
How do I ensure the ribs are well-coated in sauce?
After skimming the fat, return the ribs to the slow cooker and toss them gently in the sauce.
Can this recipe be made ahead of time?
Yes, the rich taste improves as it rests, making it an ideal make-ahead meal.
What are the best side dishes for these ribs?
It is recommended to serve these ribs with coleslaw and cornbread.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 6 primary ingredients: beef short ribs, onion, barbecue sauce, honey, flour, and mustard.
What type of honey should I use?
You can use either raw or regular honey as per your preference.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and is perfect for family meals.
Is this a good recipe for summer?
Yes, it is designed to capture the essence of summer using a slow cooker to avoid heating up the kitchen.
What flavor profile can I expect?
The dish offers a combination of sweet and tangy flavors.
How do I serve the finished ribs?
Serve them warm, drizzled with additional sauce from the slow cooker if desired.
What is the first layer in the slow cooker?
The beef short ribs and onions form the base layer.
Do I need to sear the meat first?
The instructions do not require searing; the ribs go directly into the slow cooker.
What kind of meat is used?
The recipe specifically uses beef short ribs.
Is this recipe suitable for guests?
Yes, it is described as a satisfying feast that will leave guests coming back for more.
How do I keep the ribs warm while preparing the sauce?
Cover the serving platter with aluminum foil to retain heat.
What categories does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized under BBQ, slow cooker, and comfort food.