Oven Baked Beer BBQ Ribs Oven Baked BBQ Ribs
This short-ribs dish is a standout. It’s so simple to pull together and packs an incredible savory and slightly tangy flavor. The beer adds a unique depth to the flavor and it also helps to tenderize the meat. Keeping the beer theme in the BBQ sauce is so vogue and it complemented the ribs perfectly. I have used these ribs as both appetizers and main course – either way they are always a hit with family and friends.
Try this recipe once and I know you will add it to your repertoire because it is so simple to make and the flavors are so brilliant. I make this recipe several times a year and the leftovers taste even better. The last time I made this dish, my son was looking for the leftovers the next day. I sadly had to break the news to him that Dad and I ate it as a late night snack. Needless to say I made it again shortly thereafter. I hope you will make this amazing dish and enjoy it as much as we do. Happy Cooking!
Get the recipe for the mashed potatoes that accompanied the ribs – Sour Cream Garlic Parsley Mashed Potatoes
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Oven Beer BBQ Short-Ribs
A Simple BBQ Ribs, slow cooked in the oven. Great for any occasion.
Ingredients
FOR THE RIBS:
- 6 1/2 pounds Flanken Style Short Ribs
- 1 bunch fresh Thyme 10 – 12 sprigs
- 2 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 bottle beer or can (like Lager)
FOR THE BBQ SAUCE:
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons worchestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons liquid hickory smoke
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bottle beer or can
Instructions
FOR THE RIBS:
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
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Add the shortribs in a single layer in a large baking pan.
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Sprinkle the thyme, salt, pepper and paprika over the ribs.
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Pour the Worcestershire sauce and beer over the ribs.
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Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
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Bake for 2 1/2 hours.
While the ribs are baking, make the BBQ Sauce:
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Add all the sauce ingredients into a 2 quart pot. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients and cook over medium high heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 30 minutes or until sauce thickens.
Note: The beer will begin to froth when it boils – stir rigorously.
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Turn off the heat and set aside.
2 1/2 hours later:
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Remove the ribs from the oven. Carefully remove the cover.
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Pour the BBQ Sauce over the ribs. Return to the oven, uncovered, and bake for 30 minutes.
Note: The meat will be very tender and some of the bones may likely fall off the meat.
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Remove the pan from the oven. Tranfer the ribs only to a serving bowl.
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Pour all of the Beer BBQ Sauce into a 2 quart pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cook until sauce is reduced to half and thickens. 10 to 15 minutes.
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Pour sauce over the ribs.
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Plate and serve with your favorite side.
Note: I served this with my Sour Cream Garlic Parsley Mashed Potatoes
Recipe Notes
You can use boneless short ribs if preferred.
The BBQ sauce has a tangy taste. Â If you prefer a little sweeter sauce, use 1/3 cup brown sugar.
You can also use either beef or chicken broth instead of beer.