Secret Ingredient BBQ Beef Short Ribs
By Traeger Kitchen
Shhh, it's a secret. But since you're here, I guess we'll let you into the flavor vault. Chili sauce, root beer, and onions form a delectable braising sauce for beef short ribs. Whip some up for friends, and they'll be begging for the secret combination.
Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
3 Hours
Pellets
Cherry
Ingredients
Number of people serving
4
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| 1 Bottle | Traeger Chili BBQ Sauce |
| 1 Cup | High Quality Root Beer Soda |
| 1 Tablespoon | chopped thyme |
| 1 Large | Sweet Onion, sliced into rings |
| 4 Pound | bone-in beef short ribs |
| As Needed | salt and pepper |
Step
1
In a medium bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, root beer, and thyme leaves.
2
Arrange the onions evenly in the bottom of a 9" x 13" pan.
3
Season the short ribs on all sides with salt and pepper. Lay in a single layer on top of the onions.
4
Pour the chili-root beer sauce evenly over the ribs. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
5
When ready to cook, set the Traeger to 300℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.
6
Place the pan of ribs on the grill grate; cook for 2 to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender but not falling off the bone.
300 ˚F / 149 ˚C
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7
Add a bit more root beer to the pan if the dish does not seem as saucy as you would like.
8
Serve immediately with polenta or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
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