Slow Cooker Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, transforming tough beef into tender, flavorful bites. Slow-cooked to perfection, these short ribs soak up a rich blend of spices and herbs, creating a delectable sauce that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or polenta. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this recipe delivers an unforgettable dining experience with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Chop onions and mince garlic.
- Sear short ribs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Transfer ribs to the slow cooker; add chopped onions, minced garlic, beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, pepper, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- For a thicker sauce, remove ribs after cooking and reduce sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Serve over mashed potatoes or polenta with sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg