Slow Cooker Short Ribs
Indulge in the comforting flavors of slow-cooked short ribs that are tender, juicy, and enveloped in a rich sauce. This recipe transforms tougher cuts of beef into melt-in-your-mouth goodness, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. The aroma will fill your home with warmth, making it an irresistible addition to your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 medium sweet onions, thickly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from short ribs and pat dry.
- Sear short ribs in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Combine seared ribs, onions, garlic, beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and thyme in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until tender.
- Serve over mashed potatoes or polenta with sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg