Smoky BBQ Beef Short Ribs Tender

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
Total Time: 5 hours

This Smoky BBQ Beef Short Ribs recipe is a flavorful and tender dish that draws on the rich traditions of BBQ cooking. The ribs are slow-cooked to perfection, absorbing a delicious smoky flavor that pairs beautifully with your favorite BBQ sauces.

Ideal for outdoor gatherings or family dinners, this recipe offers a straightforward approach to cooking beef short ribs. With just the right blend of spices and a touch of smoke, these ribs are sure to impress BBQ lovers.

Tender and Flavorful Beef Short Ribs

These beef short ribs are seasoned with a homemade spice rub and smoked low and slow until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. This recipe takes around 5 hours from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

3 pounds beef short ribs
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 cup beef broth
1 cup BBQ sauce for brushing
Wood chips for smoking (hickory or mesquite recommended)

Instructions

Prepare the Ribs: Remove the membrane from the back of the short ribs and trim any excess fat.
Make the Rub: In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Rub this mixture generously over the ribs.
Preheat Smoker: If using a smoker, preheat it to 225°F (107°C) and add wood chips according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Smoke the Ribs: Place the seasoned ribs in the smoker and smoke for about 4 hours, spritzing with beef broth every hour to keep them moist.
Glaze with BBQ Sauce: In the last 30 minutes of cooking, brush the ribs with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Rest and Serve: Once cooked, remove the ribs from the smoker, cover with foil, and let them rest for 15-20 minutes before serving.