These premium USDA Choice beef plate short ribs are vacuum-sealed to preserve freshness and typically sold in packages containing two slabs weighing approximately 10 pounds total. Each slab contains three to four rib bones and features rich marbling throughout the meat, providing exceptional flavor and tenderness. Known as "Dino Bones" in the barbecue community, these untrimmed short ribs are a prized cut that is often difficult to find at retail.

The ribs are ideal for smoking on a barbecue pit, where low and slow cooking at 275°F for 6-8 hours creates what pitmasters call "Brisket on a Stick" as the meat pulls back several inches from the bone. The target internal temperature is 205°F when a probe slides through the meat like butter. They can be seasoned simply with salt and pepper or with a beef rub containing spices like paprika, chili powder, and MSG.

Beyond smoking, these versatile short ribs can be cut into different styles for various cooking methods, including English-style braising ribs or cross-cut flanken-style ribs perfect for Korean BBQ marinades and quick grilling. The meat has a rich, beefy flavor similar to ribeye steak with exceptional marbling that renders during cooking.