For many, Christmas is a time for indulging in delicious, hearty meals with loved ones. And while turkey and ham may be the traditional main dishes, why not switch things up this year with a mouth-watering Christmas ribs recipe? Not only are ribs a crowd-pleaser, but they also require minimal prep and cooking time, giving you more time to spend with your family and friends. So, fire up the grill and get ready to impress your holiday guests with this delectable dish.
Main Ingredients: Standing Rib Roast, Olive Oil, Kosher Salt, Freshly
Impress your guests this holiday season with a delicious and flavorful beer can chicken recipe. Prime rib is a classic Christmas dinner dish, but adding a twist by using a beer can to cook the chicken will take it to a whole new level. The result is a juicy and tender chicken with a crispy and flavorful skin that will have your guests asking for seconds!
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Oven Baked BBQ Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Brown Sugar, Smoked Paprika, Cayenne Pepper
If you're looking for a fuss-free and easy way to make delicious BBQ ribs, then this oven-baked recipe is perfect for you. The combination of beer, spices, and BBQ sauce creates a mouth-watering glaze that will have everyone reaching for more. Plus, the oven-baking method ensures that the ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.
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Easy Fall-off-the-Bone Ribs
Main Ingredients: Brown Sugar, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, Garlic
This recipe for fall-off-the-bone ribs is a no-fail crowd-pleaser. The secret to achieving perfectly tender and juicy ribs is to slow cook them in the oven until they are almost falling off the bone. The addition of beer adds a depth of flavor and helps to keep the meat moist and tender.
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The Secret to Crockpot Ribs (Slow Cooker)
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Dry Rub, Barbecue Sauce
If you're a fan of crockpot cooking, then you'll love this recipe for slow cooker ribs. The crockpot does all the work for you, resulting in tender and flavorful ribs that practically melt in your mouth. The secret ingredient? You guessed it - beer! It adds a unique flavor and helps to tenderize the meat as it cooks.
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Prime Rib with Herbes de Provence Crust
Main Ingredients: Rib, Herbes De Provence, Kosher Salt, Freshly Ground
Elevate your beer can chicken game with this fancy and flavorful prime rib recipe. The combination of herbes de Provence and beer creates a delicious crust on the outside of the chicken while keeping the meat juicy and tender on the inside. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weekend dinner with the family.
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Fall Off The Bone BBQ Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Pineapple Juice, Brown Sugar, Bbq Sauce
This recipe for fall-off-the-bone BBQ ribs is a must-try for any meat lover. The ribs are slow-cooked in a delicious beer and BBQ sauce mixture, resulting in tender and flavorful ribs that will have you licking your fingers. Serve them at your next backyard BBQ or game day party and watch them disappear!
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Easy Dry Rub Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Vegetable Oil, Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cumin
Dry rubs are a great way to add flavor to your beer can chicken without using a marinade. This easy dry rub recipe is a simple yet delicious combination of spices that will give your chicken a tasty and slightly spicy kick. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce on the side for a perfect balance of flavors.
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Sweet Onion, Seasoned Salt, Cracked Pepper, Bbq
Country style ribs are a meaty and flavorful cut of meat that is perfect for slow cooking. This recipe for slow cooker country style ribs is simple and easy, yet yields delicious and tender ribs that are bursting with flavor. Serve them with mashed potatoes and your favorite veggies for a hearty and satisfying meal.
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Country Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Salt, Pepper, Creole Seasoning, Onion, Minced
If you prefer to cook your ribs in the oven, this country style ribs recipe is for you. The ribs are marinated in a beer and spice mixture before being baked to perfection. The result is tender and juicy ribs with a slightly crispy exterior that will have your taste buds dancing.
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Oven Baked Country Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Kosher Salt, Black Pepper, Cumin, Chili Powder, Smoked
Another oven-baked option for country style ribs, this recipe uses a tangy and flavorful BBQ sauce to marinate the ribs before baking them in the oven. The result is fall-off-the-bone tender ribs with a sticky and delicious glaze. Serve them at your next summer BBQ for a tasty and crowd-pleasing meal.
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Smoked BBQ Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Brown Sugar, Smoked Paprika, Chili Powder, Garlic
For those who have a smoker, this recipe for smoked BBQ ribs is a must-try. The ribs are slow-cooked with a beer and spice rub before being smoked to perfection. The result is tender and smoky ribs that will have you feeling like a BBQ master. Serve with a side of coleslaw and corn on the cob for a complete meal.
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Oven Baked St Louis Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Barbecue Sauce, Salt, Black Pepper, Paprika
St Louis style ribs are a popular cut of ribs that are perfect for oven baking. This recipe uses a flavorful and tangy BBQ sauce to marinate the ribs before baking them in the oven. The result is fall-off-the-bone tender ribs with a caramelized and delicious glaze.
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Easy Oven-Baked Barbecue Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Kosher Salt, Coarse Ground Black Pepper, Barbecue
If you're short on time but still want to enjoy delicious beer can chicken ribs, then this easy oven-baked BBQ ribs recipe is for you. The ribs are marinated in a delicious beer and BBQ sauce mixture before being baked in the oven. The result is tender and flavorful ribs that are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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Prime Rib Roast | Standing Rib Roast
Main Ingredients: Standing Rib Roast, Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Sea
This prime rib roast or standing rib roast is a show-stopping main dish that is perfect for any special occasion. The combination of beer, herbs, and spices creates a flavorful and juicy roast that will have your guests raving. Serve with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes for a complete and delicious meal.
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Babyback Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Pineapple Juice, Brown Sugar, Mustard Powder
Babyback ribs are a classic BBQ dish that is always a hit. This recipe uses a beer and spice rub to season the ribs before baking them in the oven. The result is tender and juicy ribs with a slightly spicy and smoky flavor. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for a finger-licking good meal.
If you're looking to switch things up and try a different flavor profile for your beer can chicken ribs, then this Chinese style recipe is a must-try. The ribs are marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, ginger, and beer before being baked in the oven. The result is a tender and flavorful dish that will have you coming back for more.
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3 Ingredient Crock Pot Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Water, Salt, Pepper, Bbq Sauce
If you're short on time and ingredients, this recipe for 3 ingredient crockpot ribs is perfect for you. All you need is ribs, your favorite BBQ sauce, and a can of beer to create a delicious and easy meal. The slow cooker does all the work for you, resulting in tender and flavorful ribs with minimal effort.
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Sweet & Smoky Dry Rub for Ribs
Main Ingredients: Paprika, Garlic Powder, Salt, Black Pepper, Chili
This dry rub recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves a bit of sweetness and smokiness in their beer can chicken ribs. The combination of brown sugar, paprika, and other spices creates a delicious and flavorful rub that will take your ribs to the next level. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for a perfect balance of flavors.
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Fall off the bone Slow Cooker Ribs!
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Water, Cooking Sherry, Worcestershire Sauce, Bbq
This recipe for fall-off-the-bone slow cooker ribs is another great option for those who prefer to use their crockpot. The ribs are marinated in a beer and spice mixture before being slow-cooked to perfection. The result is tender and juicy ribs that will have your guests asking for the recipe.
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Dry Rub for Ribs
Main Ingredients: Brown Sugar, Chili Powder, Salt, Garlic Powder, Onion
If you're a fan of dry rubs but want to try something different, this recipe for dry rub for ribs is a must-try. The combination of spices and beer creates a delicious and slightly tangy rub that will add a unique flavor to your beer can chicken ribs. Serve with your favorite BBQ sauce for a tasty and satisfying meal.
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Prime Rib for Christmas Dinner
Main Ingredients: Standing Rib Roast, Olive Oil, Kosher Salt, Freshly
Looking for a delicious and impressive main course for your Christmas dinner? Look no further than these mouth-watering beer can chicken recipes! Impress your guests with a perfectly cooked prime rib, seasoned with herbs and spices and cooked to tender perfection.
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Oven Baked BBQ Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Brown Sugar, Smoked Paprika, Cayenne Pepper
If you're craving some classic BBQ flavors but don't want to fire up the grill, these oven baked BBQ ribs are the perfect solution. Slow cooked and then finished in the oven with a tangy BBQ sauce, these ribs are sure to be a hit at any gathering.
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Easy Fall-off-the-Bone Ribs
Main Ingredients: Brown Sugar, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, Garlic
Want to make ribs that are so tender they fall right off the bone? This recipe is for you! With a simple dry rub and slow cooking method, these ribs are juicy, flavorful, and oh-so-tender.
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The Secret to Crockpot Ribs (Slow Cooker)
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Dry Rub, Barbecue Sauce
Crockpot cooking is a game changer for busy weeknights, and these crockpot ribs are no exception. The secret to tender and flavorful ribs in the slow cooker is to first broil them in the oven to add a nice char before transferring them to the crockpot to finish cooking. Trust us, it's worth the extra step!
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Prime Rib with Herbes de Provence Crust
Main Ingredients: Rib, Herbes De Provence, Kosher Salt, Freshly Ground
Take your prime rib to the next level with this delicious recipe featuring a flavorful herbes de Provence crust. This French herb blend adds a unique and delicious twist to your classic prime rib, making it the star of any dinner party.
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Fall Off The Bone BBQ Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Pineapple Juice, Brown Sugar, Bbq Sauce
These fall off the bone BBQ ribs are a must-try for any rib lover. Slow cooked in a tangy BBQ sauce and finished on the grill, these ribs are tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Serve them up with your favorite sides for the ultimate BBQ feast.
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Easy Dry Rub Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Vegetable Oil, Cayenne Pepper, Ground Cumin
Looking for an easy and delicious way to season your ribs? Look no further than this simple dry rub recipe. With just a few spices, you can create a flavorful crust on your ribs that will have your guests asking for seconds.
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Sweet Onion, Seasoned Salt, Cracked Pepper, Bbq
If you're a fan of country style ribs, you'll love this slow cooker recipe. These ribs are cooked low and slow in a savory broth until they are fall-apart tender. Serve them up with your favorite BBQ sauce for a delicious and easy meal.
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Country Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Salt, Pepper, Creole Seasoning, Onion, Minced
For a hearty and comforting meal, give these country style ribs a try. These meaty ribs are slow cooked in a flavorful broth until they are tender and juicy. Serve them up with mashed potatoes and your favorite veggies for a satisfying dinner.
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Oven Baked Country Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Kosher Salt, Black Pepper, Cumin, Chili Powder, Smoked
If you're looking for a hassle-free way to cook your country style ribs, try this oven baked method. Seasoned with a simple dry rub and baked to perfection, these ribs are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Smoked BBQ Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Brown Sugar, Smoked Paprika, Chili Powder, Garlic
For all the BBQ enthusiasts out there, this smoked BBQ ribs recipe is a must-try. Slow cooked on a smoker and finished with a homemade BBQ sauce, these ribs are full of smoky flavor and fall off the bone tender.
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Oven Baked St Louis Style Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Barbecue Sauce, Salt, Black Pepper, Paprika
St Louis style ribs are known for their meaty and tender texture, and this oven baked recipe is a foolproof way to achieve that perfection. These ribs are seasoned with a tangy dry rub and baked in the oven until they are juicy and flavorful.
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Easy Oven-Baked Barbecue Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Kosher Salt, Coarse Ground Black Pepper, Barbecue
Don't have a grill? No problem! These easy oven-baked barbecue ribs are just as delicious and can be made right in your kitchen. With a simple dry rub and tangy BBQ sauce, these ribs are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Prime Rib Roast | Standing Rib Roast
Main Ingredients: Standing Rib Roast, Freshly Ground Black Pepper, Sea
For a special occasion or a holiday meal, a prime rib roast or standing rib roast is the perfect centerpiece. This recipe features a flavorful herb crust and a simple pan sauce, making it a show-stopping main course that's surprisingly easy to make.
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Babyback Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Pineapple Juice, Brown Sugar, Mustard Powder
Babyback ribs are a classic favorite for a reason. These tender and juicy ribs are cooked low and slow until they are falling off the bone. Serve them up with your favorite BBQ sauce and some coleslaw for a perfect summer meal.
If you're looking for a unique and flavorful twist on ribs, give these Chinese style boneless ribs a try. Marinated in a sweet and savory sauce and then baked in the oven, these ribs are tender, juicy, and full of Asian-inspired flavors.
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3 Ingredient Crock Pot Ribs
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Water, Salt, Pepper, Bbq Sauce
Yes, you read that right - these crock pot ribs only require 3 ingredients! Just season your ribs with your favorite BBQ rub, pour in some beer, and let the slow cooker do the rest. The result is fall off the bone tender ribs that are perfect for busy weeknights.
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Sweet & Smoky Dry Rub for Ribs
Main Ingredients: Paprika, Garlic Powder, Salt, Black Pepper, Chili
One of the keys to delicious ribs is a flavorful dry rub, and this sweet and smoky version is a winner. With a blend of spices and a touch of brown sugar, this dry rub adds a perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors to your ribs.
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Fall off the bone Slow Cooker Ribs!
Main Ingredients: Ribs, Water, Cooking Sherry, Worcestershire Sauce, Bbq
If you're a fan of slow cooker meals, you'll love this recipe for fall off the bone slow cooker ribs. These ribs are seasoned with a simple dry rub and then cooked in a tasty broth until they are tender and juicy. Serve them up with your favorite BBQ sauce for a delicious and easy meal.
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Dry Rub for Ribs
Main Ingredients: Brown Sugar, Chili Powder, Salt, Garlic Powder, Onion
Master the art of dry rubs with this simple and versatile recipe. This dry rub is perfect for any type of ribs - from babyback to country style - and can also be used on chicken, pork chops, and more. Keep a jar of this rub on hand for all your BBQ needs.
The Perfect Cut of Ribs
As any BBQ enthusiast knows, the key to delicious ribs is in the cut of meat. When it comes to Christmas ribs, the best choice is pork spare ribs. These cuts are taken from the belly of the pig and are known for their tenderness and rich flavor. You can also opt for beef ribs, which are larger and meatier, but require a longer cooking time. Whichever type of ribs you choose, make sure to ask your butcher for a fresh, high-quality cut.
Preparing the Ribs
Before cooking, it's important to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs for the best flavor and texture. This can easily be done by inserting a knife under the membrane and pulling it off in one piece. Next, trim any excess fat from the ribs and season them generously with your choice of dry rub. Popular options include a classic BBQ rub, a spicy Cajun mix, or a sweet and savory Asian-inspired blend.
Slow and Low Cooking
The key to tender, juicy ribs is to cook them low and slow. This means cooking them at a low temperature (around 225°F) for a longer period of time (3-4 hours). To add an extra layer of flavor, you can also smoke the ribs with wood chips, such as hickory or applewood. This will infuse the meat with a smoky, caramelized flavor that is sure to impress your guests.
The Finishing Touches
As the ribs near the end of their cooking time, you can brush them with your favorite BBQ sauce for a sticky and flavorful glaze. Alternatively, you can leave the ribs unsauced and serve the sauce on the side for dipping. Once the ribs are done cooking, let them rest for a few minutes before slicing them into individual portions. And there you have it – a delicious, finger-licking Christmas ribs recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
In Conclusion
With this simple and mouth-watering Christmas ribs recipe, you can add a new twist to your holiday feast. Not only is it a tasty alternative to traditional Christmas dishes, but it's also a fun and easy way to gather around the grill with your loved ones. So, this holiday season, don't be afraid to switch things up and give your taste buds a treat with this delicious and impressive dish.