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Slow Cooker Short Ribs

Slow Cooker Short Ribs: 5 Secrets to Perfectly Tender Ribs


  • Author: basmer1517
  • Total Time: 510 min
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Savory SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Comfort. These SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS are tender, flavorful, and the ultimate comfort food, perfect for effortless dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 4 lbs Bone-in Beef Short Ribs
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Avocado Oil
  • 2 medium Sweet Onions
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar or Worcestershire Sauce
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 2 cups Carrots
  • to taste Optional Garnish Herbs (Parsley, Rosemary, Thyme)

Instructions

  1. Pat the bone-in beef short ribs dry with paper towels. Mix cornstarch, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Coat the ribs evenly with this mixture.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add avocado oil, and sear the short ribs for about 5 minutes each side until deeply browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add sweet onions and minced garlic, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Scrape up browned bits.
  4. Pour balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce into the skillet, stirring to deglaze. Then add beef broth, tomato paste, fresh thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
  5. Transfer the short ribs to a slow cooker and pour the broth mixture over them. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-6 hours. Add chopped carrots 1-2 hours before finishing.
  6. Once cooked, ensure the ribs are tender. Remove bay leaves and serve with gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or bread. Garnish with fresh herbs.

Notes

    • Prep Time: 30 min
    • Cook Time: 480 min
    • Category: Main Course
    • Method: Slow Cooking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 350 kcal
    • Sugar: 3 g
    • Sodium: 700 mg
    • Fat: 20 g
    • Saturated Fat: 8 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 10 g
    • Fiber: 2 g
    • Protein: 28 g
    • Cholesterol: 90 mg

    Keywords: Slow Cooker Short Ribs