Barbecued Beef Ribs Tips
Are beef ribs and short ribs the same?
Beef and short ribs are not exactly the same. Short ribs are cut much shorter and are from the lower part of the rib cage. Short ribs have a lot of meat on them but since they have more connective tissue, they need to be cooked low and for a longer period of time. Try our
slow-cooked short rib recipe!
Why are my beef ribs chewy?
Your beef ribs may be chewy because they are undercooked or were cooked too quickly at a higher heat. Ribs need to be cooked at a lower temperature and for a longer time because they are a naturally tough meat. Another thing to check is that the back membrane is removed. This membrane does not get tender through the cooking process so it will remain chewy and stringy, making the ribs unpleasant to eat.
Can you overcook ribs in a slow cooker?
You can overcook ribs in a slow cooker. If you like a nice bite with tender meat, make sure to cook the ribs for the recommended cooking time, otherwise the meat will fall off the bone too easily and have a mushy texture. Check out our other ribs recipes, like
peach-glazed ribs,
Kansas City-style ribs and
honey-chipotle ribs.
Research contributed by Sarah Fischer, Taste of Home Culinary Assistant
