Grilled BBQ Short Ribs with Dry Rub
These grilled short ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender thanks to foil packets that keep all the savory flavor inside. Beef ribs never tasted so good.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Mix brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, salt, and garlic powder in a medium bowl.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Cut ribs into equal portions. Generously rub spice mixture onto all surfaces of ribs; place ribs in a single layer in a glass baking dish. Cover and refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Preheat grill to medium indirect heat, 375 to 400 degrees F (190 to 200 degrees C).'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Center one portion ribs on a 12x18-inch sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil; add 2 ice cubes. Bring up the foil sides, then double-fold the top and ends to seal the packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside. Repeat to make 3 more packets.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Arrange packets over indirect heat on the preheated grill. Cover and cook until tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Uncover the grill. Keeping the foil packets on the grill, open them carefully by cutting along the top folds with a sharp knife, allowing steam to escape; then proceed to open packets fully.'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Brush ribs with about 1/2 cup barbecue sauce.'}
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{'id': 'step_7', 'step': 8, 'text': 'Move packets over direct heat, cover, and continue grilling, turning once, until ribs are browned and crisp, about 5 minutes more.'}
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{'id': 'step_8', 'step': 9, 'text': 'Serve with additional barbecue sauce as desired.'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (4 servings total)