Spicy Grilled Short Ribs

These spicy grilled short ribs are sure to be a hit at your next get-together.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds well-trimmed beef short ribs, cut crosswise 3/8 to 1/2-inch thick
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
3 tablespooons green onions, minced
Salt and ground pepper, to taste

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine barbecue sauce, lemon juice, jalapeño peppers and green onion. Reserve 1/4 cup marinade. Place ribs in large plastic bag; add remaining marinade, turning to coat. Close bag securely and mariante in refrigerator 6 to 8 hours, turning occasionally.
2. Remove ribs from marinade; discard marinade. Place ribs on grid over medium coals.
3. Grill 10 to 12 minutes, turning once, brushing with marinade. Season with salt and pepper.

Makes 4 appetizer portions.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Texas Beef Council and Beef It's Whats For Dinner.