Tex-Mex Ribs

If red-wine vinegar is not a staple in your pantry, no need to purchase it just for this Tex-Mex Ribs recipe. You can use cider vinegar, white wine vinegar, or white vinegar with virtually the same flavor results.

Ingredients

3 lb beef ribs

1 (5-ounce) can tomato paste

3/4 cup water

1/4 cup red-wine vinegar

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1 clove garlic, crushed

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

3 Tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

1. Cut ribs into serving size pieces. Combine ribs and water to cover in a pot. Bring to a boil. Cook for 40 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, combine tomato paste, water, vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, oregano, salt and cayenne in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add oil; stir.

3. Preheat broiler. Brush ribs with sauce. Broil 6 inches from heat until browned, about 5 minutes, brushing often with sauce.

4. Turn meat over; brush with sauce. Broil until meat is cooked through, about 5 minutes, brushing often with sauce. Turn again. Cook until crisp, about 2 minutes longer.