Slow Cooker Crock Pot

Barbecued beef ribs’ smoky salty flavor combined with the tanginess of seasonings makes this an all-time favorite food of people of all ages. The tenderness is further enhanced with the use of a crockpot, also known as slow cooker.

The following ingredients for barbecued beef ribs are: two kilos or beef short ribs; one large white onion, peeled and quartered; five medium-sized potatoes, quartered and with skins on; four medium-sized carrots, pared and cut up; six tablespoons of vegetable oil or corn oil; one and a half cups of water; one cup of tomato ketchup; two cups of beer for marinating; one fourth cup of beer for cooking; one teaspoon of curry powder; one teaspoon of paprika; five tablespoons of mustard; one teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce; one half teaspoon of chili powder; two teaspoons of salt, one teaspoon of brown sugar or honey; one fourth teaspoon of ground pepper; and one tablespoon of bread crumbs.

First, marinate the ribs in a bowl with about two cups of beer for a minimum of thirty minutes or overnight. Heat a skillet, add oil and brown the drained beef ribs for a few minutes. Transfer the browned ribs in a slow cooker and add all in the remaining ingredients. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for ten hours. Top with chopped parsley just before serving. Hot sauce and a few pieces of chopped red chili may be added for those who prefer it hot and spicy.

The ribs will be quite tender because they were marinated with beer and cooked with tomato ketchup which is also known to be a natural food tenderizer. There is no need to worry about the bitterness and the alcohol content of the beer since this will evaporate during the cooking process and only the full bodied flavor will remain.

This dish is good for five to six people and is best served with steamed white rice. For those who wish to eat it with pasta, just add in a liberal amount of extra virgin olive oil, stewed tomatoes, and garlic to the spaghetti noodles or any type of pasta and top with the barbecued beef ribs. Other side dishes that will complement this dish include mashed potatoes, buttered corn on the cob, French fries, steamed broccoli, buttered corn-carrot-turnip medley, lightly salted and buttered baked potato, and a combination of fresh greens with vinaigrette dressing.

Barbecued beef ribs are best served hot or cold since the intense flavor of the ingredients are sure to please the palate. This is a favorite meal for picnics, after-the-ballgame sessions, and special weekend family get-togethers. The host will definitely hear quite a good number of good comments for those who would sample these succulent and tangy ribs.

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