Zesty Beef Short Ribs

Virgaux78's Note:

I got this from the Better Homes and Gardens New CookBook, Bridal Edition (several years after I was married!). These are really tasty and easy to make. Served best with a tossed green salad and some corn bread. The sauce can be used for chicken or pork, too.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 50 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 3 lbs beef short ribs , cut into serving -size pieces
• 1⁄3; cup ketchup
• 1⁄3; cup bottled chili sauce
• ¼ cup molasses
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons prepared mustard
• ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper

Directions:

1. After trimming fat from meat, place in 4 quart Dutch oven or stock pot.
2. Add enough water to cover meat.
3. Bring water to boiling and then reduce heat to a simmer and cover.
4. Simmer until meat is tender, approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
5. Drain.
6. Combine ketchup, chili sauce, molasses, lemon juice, mustard and red pepper in a separate bowl.
7. Toss ribs into sauce and place on unheated rack of a broiler pan.
8. Make sure the beef is well coated.
9. Broil 5 inches from heat for 10 minutes or until heated through, turning often and brushing with remaining sauce.
10. Any remaining sauce can be heated and served with the ribs.

Reviews

[CindyMarie]

I simmered the short ribs almost 2 1/2 hrs, but it they were worth the wait. They were tender and delicious. I didn't have chili sauce, so I made a different BBQ sauce. I can't wait to try this one next time.

[SeriousMoms]

Very yummy! I added onion powder and garlic to suit our tastes. I used this on some short ribs and some spare ribs, too. Good flavor and pretty simple ingredients!