Tuesday's Cupful: Background on Mediterranean BBQ Beef Ribs

Olives make all the difference

This recipe is actually inspired by typical olive oil and rosemary marinades that are usually applied to roast or BBQ chicken.  The Worcestershire sauce and vinegar provide semisweet and tangy zing flavor components.  Meanwhile, the olives serve as a salt and earthy flavor counter balance against the tangy ingredients.  The beef ribs end up infused with spices and seasonings that enhance the beef ribs’ natural flavors and texture.  The Mixed Stew crew especially likes the fact that this rendition of BBQ Beef Ribs doesn’t require soy sauce or tomato ketchup.