Description

Transform richly marbled country style beef ribs into fall-off-the-bone tender meat with a sticky honey BBQ glaze finish. This low and slow braised recipe delivers deep savory flavors with a perfect balance of smoke and sweetness.

Ingredients

Country-style beef ribs, 3 lbs (1.4 kg)
Avocado oil, 1 tbsp
Smoked paprika, 1 tsp
Low-sodium beef broth, 1 cup
Tomato paste, 1 tbsp
Non-alcoholic kick start Worcestershire substitute, 1 tbsp (e.g. tamari + balsamic vinegar for umami)
Brown sugar, 2 tbsp
Honey, 1/4 cup
Apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp
Garlic, 2 cloves, minced
Onion powder, 1 tsp
Black pepper, 1 tsp

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Pat ribs dry and season with smoked paprika, pepper, and onion powder
Heat avocado oil in Dutch oven until shimmering
Sear ribs 2-3 minutes per side
Turn down heat to medium, add garlic and cook 1 minute
Add tomato paste, Worcestershire substitute, and beef broth to create braise
Bring to a simmer, cover, and transfer to oven
Braise 180 minutes, checking occasionally
Mix brown sugar, honey, and vinegar for glaze (adjust based on preference)
Increase oven to 400°F (200°C), uncover, brush glaze, and cook 10-15 minutes for shine

Notes

For halal adherence, verify Worcestershire substitute is alcohol-free
Substitute avocado oil with clarified butter or canola oil
Use bone-in ribs for added flavor
Create glaze early to check consistency
Leftovers reheat well in oven (250°F)
Separate components and assemble later for meal prep

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 180
Category: Easy Grilling Recipes for Summer BBQs
Method: Braising
Cuisine: American BBQ

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (5-6 ounce meat portion)
Calories: 600
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 50g
Cholesterol: 160mg