Simple Boiled and Oven-Baked Beef Short Ribs with BBQ Glaze
A straightforward method of boiling beef short ribs until tender, then finishing in the oven with a tangy BBQ glaze. This american-inspired bbq & smoked ready in about 185 minutes pairs pounds beef short ribs, enough to cover ribs water, tablespoon kosher salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 5, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef short ribs
- enough to cover ribs water
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 3 pounds beef short ribs in a large pot and cover completely with water. Add 1 tablespoon kosher salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
- Step 2: Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the ribs, uncovered, for 2 hours until tender but not falling apart.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove ribs from the pot and place them on a rimmed baking pan.
- Step 4: Brush ribs generously with 1 cup BBQ sauce on all sides.
- Step 5: Bake ribs in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, basting with additional BBQ sauce halfway through, until the sauce is bubbly and caramelized.
- Step 6: Let the ribs rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Simple Boiled and Oven-Baked Beef Short Ribs with BBQ Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 185 minutes (10 min prep + 175 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Simple Boiled and Oven-Baked Beef Short Ribs with BBQ Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds beef short ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Simple Boiled and Oven-Baked Beef Short Ribs with BBQ Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Simple Boiled and Oven-Baked Beef Short Ribs with BBQ Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 5 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 5). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Simple Boiled and Oven-Baked Beef Short Ribs with BBQ Glaze?
American bbq & smoked like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
