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Long Hold Beef Short Ribs

Discover the secret to making the juiciest, most tender beef short ribs using the long-hold method, a technique perfected by top barbecue restaurants.
Keyword Long Hold Beef Short Ribs
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 hours
Total Time 1 day 3 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 rack beef plate ribs (3-4 bones)
  • 2 tbsp coarse salt
  • 2 tbsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp granulated garlic
  • 1 tbsp granulated onion
  • 1 tbsp beef powder
  • 1 tbsp MSG (optional)
  • 2 tbsp beef tallow or clarified butter
  • Water or beef broth (for spritzing)

Instructions

  • Trim excess hard fat from the short ribs, leaving a thin fat cap.
  • Apply rub evenly over the surface after spritzing with water or broth.
  • Smoke at 150°F for 3-4 hours until the bark sets.
  • Increase temp to 275-325°F (for traditional) and cook until 175-180°F internal.
  • Wrap in butcher paper with beef tallow and return to the smoker.
  • Cook to 203°F (traditional) or 190°F (long-hold) internal.
  • Rest: Traditional ribs for 2 hours; Long-hold ribs in a 150°F oven for 15-20 hours.
  • Slice and serve with barbecue sides and enjoy!