30 Beef Barbecue Recipes That You Will Want to Make All Year Round!

November 4, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

It doesn’t matter if you love barbecuing or just the flavors of BBQ – this post is for you! These beef barbecue recipes are sure to meet any craving that you have. From ribs, briskets, and steaks to stews, soups, and sandwiches, the options are endless. Check them out! 

Beef Barbecue Recipes

1. Beef Ribs with Barbecue Sauce

Barbecue beef ribs can seem like a rather tricky thing to make but it doesn’t have to be! This recipe cooks the beef ribs in barbecue sauce in the oven, with very little effort from you. At the end, you get fall of the bone ribs drenched in a gorgeous sauce! 

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2. BBQ Beef Roast

Yes, eye of round beef tastes great barbecued. It is also really simple to make. Just cut some slits into the meat and then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Then, tie up the roast and grill. Make sure to turn the cut every so often and baste it with barbecue sauce. 

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3. All American Beef Barbecue Sandwich

This sandwich is as easy as it gets – it is also incredibly flavorful as the ground beef is cooked in barbecue sauce! This means that the meat absorbs all that gorgeous flavor, ensuring that it is a treat in every bite. Spoon onto buns and enjoy!

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4. Slow Cooked Barbecue Beef

It turns out that you can make the most incredible barbecue beef in the crockpot! Just add the sweet and savory ingredients to the crockpot, along with the beef. Then, cook on low for several hours before shredding the meat, returning it back to the sauce, and cooking so more. This ensures that the meat absorbs even more of the sauce! 

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5. BBQ Beef Plate Ribs

You sure haven’t had ribs like these before! This is a multi-step process but it is so worth it when you taste how incredible the ribs are! The beef ribs are marinated in beer and liquid smoke before being tossed in a homemade rub. They are then steamed in the oven before being transferred to the grill. While the ribs are grilled, they are basted in a homemade, Kansas City style barbecue sauce! 

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6. Shredded Beef Barbecue

There are so many gorgeous flavors to enjoy with this beef barbecue recipe! Here, the beef is cooked in aromatics until it is tender. Then, it is shredded and cooked in a homemade barbecue sauce until all the flavor is absorbed! 

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7. Barbecue Beef Topside

If you are all about keeping the focus on the flavors produced by the grill, then this recipe is for you! For this recipe, you keep the marinade simple – just some garlic and lemon juice in olive oil. The real secret is that the beef topside is threaded through a spit and then roasted until a gorgeous crackly skin forms on top.  

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Barbecue Beef Topside

8. BBQ Beef Chuck Steak

Want to know the best way to cook a beef chuck steak? Well, you have come to the right place! The steak is marinated in a homemade barbecue sauce and then grilled on medium heat. You have to then simmer the marinade and serve it as a sauce with the steak. 

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9. Oven BBQ Brisket 

Brisket may get a reputation as being a bit tricky to cook but this couldn’t be further from the truth and this recipe proves it! Here, the brisket is brined in seasonings and then cooked in the oven until nearly done. Then, you mix brown sugar with hickory barbecue sauce and pour this over the brisket. Roast further until the sauce forms a delicious glaze on top! 

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10. Barbecue Beef Stew

This barbecue beef stew is just when you want something warm and comforting but are looking for a bit of a twist as well! In this incredible recipe, chunks of beef chuck are slow roasted in a barbecue sauce-based broth until nice and tender! It tastes incredible served over mashed potatoes or buttered noodles! 

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11. Barbecued Fillet of Beef with Horseradish Butter

Looking for a subtle barbecue recipe with some killer sides? Your search stops here! The beef filet is coated in herbs and then grilled to perfection! In the meantime, you whip up a tangy and spicy horseradish sauce as well as homemade potato gratin. 

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12. Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs

These Korean style short ribs introduce you to a whole host of new and delicious flavors! For this recipe, the beef ribs are marinated in a sweet, aromatic, and pungent marinade that takes the flavor to a whole new level. The ribs are then grilled and served immediately! 

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13. Crockpot BBQ Beef Roast

This crockpot BBQ beef roast is so versatile! It can be used as a main dish or as a sandwich filling – the choice is up to you! The beef is also really easy to prepare. The beef roast is placed in the crockpot along with a homemade barbecue sauce and then cooked until it is tender enough to be shredded. 

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14. BBQ Pulled Beef Sandwich

This smoked BBQ pulled beef is so incredibly flavorful! For one thing, it is coated in two different kinds of rubs and smoked in a steam pan that is filled with beef broth. The meat can be removed from the smoker when it is fork tender and easily shredded. 

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BBQ Pulled Beef Sandwich

15. BBQ Beef Melt

If you want to have the most incredible grilled cheese sandwiches, then this is the recipe you should try out. It does take some effort but you will agree that it will be worth it. The chuck roasts are coated in seasoning and then smoked for a while. Then, the beef is smoked further but with beef broth, beef tallow, and onions. You then make up the sandwiches with the shredded beef, barbecue sauce, and cheese. Grill the sandwiches until the cheese is melted. 

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16. Slow Cooker Barbecue Beer Beef Stew

This beef stew is truly incredible thanks to the amazing flavors! To start off, the beef is browned and cooked in barbecue sauce, broth, honey, and mustard. Then, the beer is poured in to add flavor as well as to tenderize the meat. Cook until the beef is just right. 

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17. Barbecue Beef Pizza 

All of the components in this recipe are completely made from scratch, making everything extra delicious! The beef is stewed and tossed in barbecue sauce. It is then placed on top of homemade pizza base, homemade tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese! Bake until dough is cooked and cheese is melted! 

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Barbecue Beef Pizza

18. BBQ Beef Pasta Skillet

Yup, even pasta can get a barbecue makeover! Here, ground beef and veggies are browned before pasta and frozen corn are added in. All of this is simmered in beef broth and barbecue sauce until tender. Stir in cheese, top off with more cheese, and wait until the cheese is nice and melted! 

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19. Barbecue Corned Beef

It doesn’t get any easier – or tastier – than this! All you have to do is to cover a brisket in two kinds of barbecue sauce and then cook the meat until it is fall apart tender. Then, shred or slice and serve with even more sauce!  

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Barbecue Corned Beef

20. Barbecue Beef Chili

Just when you thought that chili couldn’t get any better, you add barbecue sauce to it! This adds a gorgeous sweet and tangy flavor to the chili. You can easily spoon in more chili powder if you want to amp up the spiciness level.  

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21. BBQ Beef Koftas

If you love barbecue but prefer fresh or milder flavors, this recipe is sure to do the trick! Ground beef is mixed with cumin, coriander, and fresh mint. Then, it is threaded onto a skewer and grilled to perfection. Serve with pita bread and veggies!

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22. BBQ Beef Stuffed Potatoes

Not only is this barbecue beef dish super tasty, it also all comes together in a single crockpot. Here, the beef is smothered in a barbecue rub and placed on top of onions in a slow cooker. Then, you add potatoes covered in parchment paper to the same crockpot and cook until tender. Shred the beef and stuff into slit potatoes and top with desired toppings! 

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23. BBQ Beef Meatballs

Once you make these barbecue meatballs, you are never going to want to make meatballs any other way! Form seasoned ground beef balls and then dredge in flour before frying in a homemade barbecue sauce. Delicious! 

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BBQ Beef Meatballs

24. Barbecued Sirloin with Chimichurri Sauce

This is a simple yet delicious recipe! Here, you toss the sirloin in salt and pepper before grilling to perfection. Let it rest and then slice before serving with a side of homemade chimichurri sauce. Making the chimichurri sauce well ahead of time can allow all those flavors to really combine. 

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Barbecued Sirloin with Chimichurri Sauce

25. Barbecue Steak Tips

This is a super flavorful and simple dish! All you have to do is to cut your steak into little bites. Then, brown well before simmering the beef tips in a homemade barbecue sauce. Serve with anything from rice to mashed potatoes! 

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26. Sweet and Sour BBQ Beef Kebabs

This recipe proves that there is more than one way to do barbecue! Here, the beef is marinated in a sweet and sour marinade that is rounded up with some savoriness. It is then threaded through skewers along with raw onions. This is grilled to perfection and served! 

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27. Ginger BBQ Beef Stir-Fry

This barbecue beef stir-fry tastes incredible! Here, the beef and veggies are cooked in butter, honey barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. The fresno chilies and chili flakes bring a bit of heat into the mix too! 

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28. Slow Braised BBQ Beef Bites

What makes this beef so good is the fact that the chunks of meat have been slow braised in barbecue sauce. This ensures that the flavor is completely absorbed by the meat and that the beef is nice and tender too! 

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29. BBQ Beef Soup

This soup really goes all out with the barbecue flavor! First, you form patties out of the ground meat and then grill them. Once they are done, chop them up and add them to a pan along with veggies and seasonings and barbecue sauce. Then, cook everything until tender! 

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BBQ Beef Soup

30. BBQ Beef and Beans

This recipe is hearty, delicious, and healthy! Two kinds of beans and beef are simmered in a homemade barbecue sauce, ensuring an incredible flavor! This is then served over rice and topped off with shredded cheese! 

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Well, there you have it – every barbecue beef recipe you can possibly want! It doesn’t matter if you want something simple and quick or complex with lots of flavor, you will be able to find the recipe here! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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