Guide on How to Cook Ribs in a Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds of pork or beef ribs
- Dry rub or marinade
- Salt and pepper to taste
- BBQ sauce
- 1 chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup chicken or beef broth
- One teaspoon of salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Spices like paprika, cumin, rosemary, thyme, or sage.
- Additional ingredients like brown sugar, honey, or Worcestershire sauce are optional but add great flavors to the meal.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Season the ribs generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat a little oil in the Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown, the ribs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- Add the onion, garlic, spices, and additional ingredients (if any) to the Dutch oven and sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Add the ribs to the Dutch oven, submerging them in the broth.
- Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and transfer it to the oven.
- Bake the ribs for 2 to 2.5 hours or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
- If you like, brush the ribs with BBQ sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Serve the ribs hot, with any remaining sauce on the side.
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Notes
Keep in mind that cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of the ribs, so it’s a good idea to check them periodically as they cook. When the meat is fully cooked, it should have an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C).