4 pounds beef short ribs -- cut across the bone

-- 1 - 1 1/2 in. thick 2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon black pepper -- freshly ground

1 cup cider vinegar

1 cup soy sauce

2 quarts water

barbecue sauce

1) Season the ribs with salt and pepper. Put them into a large bowl and add the vinegar and soy sauce . Marinate at room temperature 1 to 2 hours, or covered in the refrigerator overnight, turning the ribs occasionally.

2) Preheat the oven to 350