Smoked Short Ribs Recipe International Cuisines

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade barbecue sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Homemade sauce can reduce preservatives.

beef short ribs

🥗Healthier: pork ribs

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are a leaner, budget-friendly option.

Prepare the smoker by heating it to 225°F.

Trim excess fat from the beef short ribs, leaving a thin layer.

Season the ribs generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, brown sugar, mustard powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.

Rub the spice mixture all over the ribs, pressing it into the meat.

Let the ribs sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to absorb the seasoning.

Soak wood chips in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Place the ribs in the smoker bone-side down and add soaked wood chips to the smoker box.

Smoke the ribs for 4-5 hours, maintaining a temperature of 225°F, until they are tender and have a nice bark.

Wrap the ribs in aluminum foil and return to the smoker for an additional 1-2 hours.

Check for tenderness; the ribs should be tender but not falling apart.

Remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for 30 minutes, tented with butcher paper.

Brush the ribs with barbecue sauce before serving.

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