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Are you looking for a new and delicious way to enjoy beef ribs? Look no further than these smoked beef rib tacos with chimichurri and cheese. This recipe is perfect for those who love the smoky flavor of BBQ ribs but want to switch things up by serving them in a taco. The beef ribs are slow-smoked to perfection and then topped with a tangy and flavorful chimichurri sauce and melted cheese, all nestled in a warm and fluffy corn tortilla.
Everyone will love it!
This recipe is sure to impress your friends and family and make for a memorable meal. The chimichurri sauce is made with flat leaf parsley, dried oregano, chili flakes, minced garlic, diced shallot, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper, giving it a well-balanced taste and perfect to complement the smoky flavor of the ribs. It’s a perfect blend of different flavors that will make your taste buds dance. This recipe is perfect for a summer BBQ or a casual weeknight dinner, and it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Let’s jump into the recipe!
Hanging Beef Rib Tacos
Ingredients
- 5 lb beef rib plate
- Salt, pepper, and garlic (for seasoning)
- Chimichurri sauce (recipe below)
- 10 yellow corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Chimichurri Sauce
- 1 bunch flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 diced shallot
- 3 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by making the chimichurri sauce. Finely chop the parsley and add it to a mixing bowl. Add the dried oregano, chili flakes, minced garlic, diced shallot, red wine vinegar, and olive oil to the bowl. Stir until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set the sauce aside.
- Next, prepare the beef ribs. Preheat your smoker to 300 degrees. Season the beef ribs generously on all sides with salt, pepper, and garlic.
- Once the smoker is ready, place the ribs inside and smoke them until they reach an internal temperature of 203 degrees. This can take anywhere from 4-6 hours depending on the size of your ribs.
- Once the ribs are cooked through, remove them from the smoker and let them rest in foil for at least 30 minutes. This allows the meat to reabsorb its juices and makes it easier to slice.
- While the ribs are resting, heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the tortillas to the pan and slather them with a bit of oil. Once the pan is heated, add shredded cheese to the tortillas and let it melt.
- Once the cheese is melted, slice the beef ribs into bite-size pieces. Top the tortillas with the ribs and chimichurri sauce.
- Remove the tacos from the pan once the cheese is fully melted. Serve immediately and enjoy! These tacos are best served warm and fresh, but they can also be reheated in the oven or microwave for later.
Notes
- Make sure to let the beef ribs rest for at least 30 minutes before slicing them, this allows the meat to reabsorb its juices and makes it easier to slice.
- If you don't have a smoker, you can also achieve similar results by using a charcoal or gas grill with a lid and adding wood chips for smoke flavor.
- You can also try using different types of cheese like pepper jack or queso fresco, or even add some diced tomatoes, lettuce or avocado to the tacos.
- The chimichurri sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- You can also serve the chimichurri sauce on the side for those who like more or less sauce on their tacos.
- These tacos are best served warm and fresh, but leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave for later.
These smoked beef rib tacos with chimichurri and cheese are a delicious and unique way to enjoy the classic BBQ flavor of ribs. The combination of smoky, tender beef ribs, tangy chimichurri sauce, and melted cheese all nestled in a warm corn tortilla creates a truly irresistible meal. This recipe is perfect for a summer BBQ or a casual weeknight dinner, and it’s sure to become a family favorite.
Don’t be afraid to experiment with different cheeses, toppings, and sides to make this recipe your own. And remember to let the ribs rest before slicing them, this step is crucial in order to achieve the perfect texture and taste. Now, gather your friends and family, fire up the smoker or the grill and enjoy this delicious recipe!
