Slow-Cooked Brazilian Beef Ribs with Garlic and Citrus
Tender Brazilian-style beef ribs slow-cooked with garlic, orange, and lime for a juicy and flavorful dish. This brazilian-inspired beef ready in about 210 minutes pairs pounds beef ribs, minced garlic cloves, fresh squeezed orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 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.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef ribs
- 6, minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup, fresh squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup, fresh squeezed lime juice
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Rub 3 pounds beef ribs all over with 6 minced garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 2: Place the ribs in a large roasting pan and pour 1/2 cup fresh orange juice and 1/4 cup fresh lime juice over them.
- Step 3: Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 3 hours, until the meat is tender and almost falling off the bone.
- Step 4: Remove the foil and increase oven temperature to 425°F. Roast uncovered for an additional 15 minutes to caramelize the edges.
- Step 5: Garnish the ribs with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving to add a fresh herbal note.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Cooked Brazilian Beef Ribs with Garlic and Citrus take to make?
Total time is about 210 minutes (15 min prep + 195 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 Brazilian Beef Ribs with Garlic and Citrus?
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 ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Brazilian Beef Ribs with Garlic and Citrus?
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 Brazilian Beef Ribs with Garlic and Citrus 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 Brazilian Beef Ribs with Garlic and Citrus?
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.
