Ingredients

For the Ribs:

  • 2½ lbs beef short ribs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp onion powder

For the Sauce:

  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Pat the beef ribs dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder.
  4. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the ribs.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the ribs on all sides until nicely browned.
  6. In a bowl, combine BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Place the ribs in a baking dish and pour half of the sauce over them.
  8. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2–2½ hours, or until the ribs are fork-tender.
  9. Remove the foil and brush the ribs generously with the remaining sauce.
  10. Broil for 3–5 minutes until the glaze becomes sticky and caramelized. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  11. Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, coleslaw, or steamed rice.

Tips

  • Cook the ribs slowly for maximum tenderness.
  • Brush with extra sauce during the final cooking stage.
  • For a spicier flavor, add chili flakes or hot sauce.
  • Make sure the ribs are tender before removing them from the oven.