25-Min Garlic Beef Ribs (Costela no Bafo)
Tender beef ribs basted in a garlicky, savory reduction until the edges caramelize — the quick TikTok version of Brazil's slow-cooked classic. Ready in 20 minutes on one cast iron skillet.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 48g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in)
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup white vinegar
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- ½ cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Pat beef ribs dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 3
Sear ribs 3 minutes per side without moving — the surface should brown and caramelize.
- 4
Add minced garlic and stir constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant, then pour in vinegar, soy sauce, and beef broth.
- 5
Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer for 8–10 minutes, basting the ribs every 2 minutes with the pan liquid.
- 6
Uncover and increase heat to medium-high, cooking another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ribs.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- meat thermometer (optional)
- kitchen tongs
- basting brush or spoon
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