Spicy Short Rib Tacos Recipe

Tacos + BBQ = A Slam Dunk! 

Ingredients

For the Short Ribs:

• 3 lbs beef short ribs
• 1 bottle Azeka’s Spicy Maui Original Sauce
• ½ cup beef broth
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika

For the Pineapple Salsa:

• 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
• ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt to taste

For Serving:

• 12 small corn tortillas
• ¼ cup spicy mayo (mix ¼ cup mayo + 1 tbsp sriracha)
• Sliced jalapeños (optional, for extra heat)
• Extra Azeka’s sauce for drizzling

Instructions

1. Slow-Cook the Ribs – Place short ribs in a slow cooker. Add Azeka’s sauce, beef broth, garlic, and smoked paprika. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or until fall-apart tender.

2. Shred the Meat – Remove the ribs from the slow cooker and shred with forks. Toss in extra sauce for maximum flavor.

3. Make the Salsa – Combine diced pineapple, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Season with salt to taste.

4. Assemble the Tacos – Warm the corn tortillas and fill each with shredded short rib. Top with pineapple salsa, a drizzle of spicy mayo, and sliced jalapeños for an extra kick!
Game-Changer Tip: Serve with a side of Hawaiian macaroni salad or crispy tortilla chips for the full experience!