Smoked Beef Short Ribs with Cherry Glaze

Ingredients

• 4 pounds beef short ribs
• 1 cup cherry preserves
• 1 /4 cup soy sauce
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup fresh cherries

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the beef short ribs by trimming excess fat and patting them dry with paper towels.

2. 2

   In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, garlic (minced), black pepper, smoked paprika, onion powder, apple cider vinegar, and kosher salt to create a marinade.

3. 3

   Rub the marinade evenly over the beef short ribs, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

4. 4

   Preheat your smoker to 225°F (107°C).

5. 5

   Remove the ribs from the marinade and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before smoking.

6. 6

   Place the ribs in the smoker bone-side down. Smoke for approximately 5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 195°F (90°C).

7. 7

   While the ribs are smoking, prepare the cherry glaze by combining cherry preserves, water, and fresh cherries in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the preserves melt and the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

8. 8

   Once the ribs reach the desired temperature, remove them from the smoker and let them rest for 15-20 minutes.

9. 9

   Brush the cherry glaze generously over the smoked ribs just before serving.

10. 10

    Slice the ribs between the bones and serve warm, garnished with additional fresh cherries if desired.