Description
Cook tender and flavorful slow cooker beef short ribs with minimal effort using this easy and delicious recipe perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy, savory, and fall-off-the-bone tender, these ribs are a hearty and satisfying meal that everyone will love with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Start by seasoning the beef short ribs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Optional: sear the ribs in a hot skillet until browned on all sides to lock in flavor.
- Place the sliced onions at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the ribs on top.
- Mix beef broth, soy sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic in a bowl. Pour over the ribs, ensuring they are well-covered.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6-8 hours until ribs are tender and falling apart. Check periodically and add more beef broth if needed.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs and let rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or vegetables.
Notes
- Searing the ribs before adding to the slow cooker is optional but enhances flavor.
- Ensure there is enough liquid during cooking; add beef broth if necessary.
- Ribs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.
- Reheat gently to maintain tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 1/4 lb)
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg