Best BBQ Braised Shortribs

INGREDIENTS

1 tbsp

olive oil

Large onion (chopped)

6 cloves

garlic (peeled and chopped)

jalapeño pepper (chopped with seeds)

2 tsp

dried oregano

2 tsp

cumin seed

1 tsp

kosher salt

1/2 tsp

ground black pepper

bottles lager beer

dried bay leaf

5 lb

beef short ribs (look for large meaty ribs)

1 cup

ketchup

2 tbsp

molasses

1 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

optional: hot pepper sauce,

2 tbsp

olive oil for brushing ribs before grilling

kosher salt and black pepper for seasoning ribs before grilling