Texas-Style Beef Ribs

In Texas barbecue, beef ribs are a proud showcase of smoke and restraint rather than sticky sauce. A heavy salt-and-pepper rub and low hardwood heat build a dark bark until the meat turns spoon-tender between the bones.

Serves 4 · 20 min prep · 420 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 280 cal
• 12g protein
• 24g carbs
• 8g fat
• 0.6g fiber

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Ingredients

• 4-6 lb plate short ribs or beef back ribsMeat
• heavy salt and black pepperSpices
• 2 tbsp each optional paprika and garlic powderSpices
• as needed hardwood for smokingPantry

Instructions

1. 1Season ribs heavily.
2. 2Smoke low until bark forms and meat probes tender.
3. 3Rest; slice between bones.
4. 4Serve with pickles, onion, white bread.