Slow-Cooked Fall-Off-the-Bone Ribs

Ingredients

Ingredients

• 4 lbs beef ribs
• 3/4 Cup paprika
• 3/4 Cup brown sugar
• 1/2 Cup garlic powder
• 1/2 Cup onion powder
• 1/4 Cup mustard powder
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 Tbsp black pepper
• 3 celery stalks
• 3 carrots
• as needed water
• 1 Cup bbq sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons paprika, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon mustard powder, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper to create the rub.
3. Pat the ribs dry and coat them generously with the rub on both sides.
4. Place the ribs in a shallow baking tray.
5. Tuck 2 celery stalks and 2 carrots, chopped into large pieces, between the ribs.
6. Add enough water to the pan to create a 1/4-inch layer at the bottom.
7. Cover the tray tightly with aluminum foil.
8. Bake for 4-5 hours, checking hourly and adding more water if needed to maintain the 1/4-inch level.
9. Test for tenderness by inserting a fork; ribs should be very tender and nearly falling off the bone.
10. Carefully remove the foil.
11. Drain the water and remove the vegetables.
12. Brush the ribs generously with 1 cup BBQ sauce on both sides.
13. Continue baking uncovered for 30 minutes to set the sauce.
14. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the sauce, watching closely to avoid burning.
15. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.