Ingredients

· 1350 g boneless country-style beef ribs

· ½ teaspoon salt

· ½ teaspoon pepper

· 1 large onion, cut into ½-inch rings

· 1 bottle hickory smoke-flavoured barbecue sauce

· ½ cup maple syrup

· ¼ cup spicy brown mustard

· Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Method

Sprinkle the ribs with some salt and pepper. Place the onion in a slow cooker. Top with the ribs. In a large bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, maple syrup and mustard; pour over ribs. Cook, covered, on low heat for about four hours or until the meat is tender and cooked through. Transfer the meat to a serving platter; keep it warm. Pour the cooking liquid into a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until the sauce is thickened. Serve with the beef. If desired, sprinkle with some spring onions.