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Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs

Tender Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs Recipe for Effortless Flavor

Savor the rich, tender flavor of Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs, requiring minimal effort for maximum satisfaction.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 585
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Short Ribs
  • 3 lbs beef short ribs
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 2 fresh sprigs
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • 2 tablespoons water for slurry if using cornstarch

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • skillet

Method
 

Main Steps
  1. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet until browned on all sides.
  2. In the same pan, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Place ribs into slow cooker. Pour the onion mixture over them. Add broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4–5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  5. (Optional) Remove ribs. Skim fat. Mix cornstarch with water, add to sauce, and simmer until thickened.
  6. Serve hot over mashed potatoes or polenta. Spoon sauce on top and garnish with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 585kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 42g

Notes

Feel free to substitute beef broth with red wine or vegetable broth for different flavor profiles. Add veggies like mushrooms or carrots for extra flavor and nutrition.

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