Oven Barbecued Short Ribs

I supposed you could use either beef or pork for these, depending on your preference. This is from "A Hundred Years of Island Cooking", an old cookbook from the Hawaiian Electric Company.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 3  tablespoons  oil
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 3  lbs  beef short ribs, cut into serving pieces
• 3  onions, sliced
• 3⁄4 cup catsup
• 1  cup beef broth
• 1⁄3 cup vinegar
• 1  tablespoon brown sugar
• 1  teaspoon curry powder
• 1  teaspoon paprika
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1⁄4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat oil. Add garlic and short ribs; brown short ribs well on all sides. Place short ribs in a large casserole; cover with sliced onions.
2. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over short ribs. Cover and bake at 350°F for 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or until meat is tender.