Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs with Brazilian Spiced Rub

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Tender slow-cooked beef ribs rubbed with a bold Brazilian spice blend, finished with a rich pan sauce. This brazilian-inspired beef ready in about 225 minutes pairs beef ribs, smoked paprika, ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 210 min Serves 6 Brazilian cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Mix 2 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper in a bowl to create the Brazilian spiced rub.
  2. Step 2: Rub the 3 lbs beef ribs all over with 2 tbsp olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice blend. Wrap ribs tightly in foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Step 3: Preheat oven to 300°F. Place the wrapped ribs on a roasting pan and slow cook for 3 1/2 hours until meat is tender and falling off the bone.
  4. Step 4: Carefully remove ribs from foil and transfer to a baking sheet. Pour 1 cup beef broth into the foil packet, scraping to loosen browned bits, then pour this pan sauce over ribs.
  5. Step 5: Broil ribs for 3-5 minutes to caramelize the surface. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs with Brazilian Spiced Rub take to make?

Total time is about 225 minutes (15 min prep + 210 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs with Brazilian Spiced Rub?

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 beef ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs with Brazilian Spiced Rub?

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 Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs with Brazilian Spiced Rub for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Ribs with Brazilian Spiced Rub?

Brazilian beef 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.

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