Slow Cooker Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, delivering melt-in-your-mouth tenderness and rich flavors that will impress your family and friends. Simmered slowly with aromatic spices and savory ingredients, these ribs create an unforgettable dining experience perfect for cozy nights or special gatherings. Just set your slow cooker and let it work its magic while you enjoy quality time with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs bone-in short ribs
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- In a skillet, sear short ribs on all sides until browned; this locks in juices.
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix together beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Place seared ribs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over them.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 645mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping beef broth for additional red wine or incorporating root vegetables like carrots or potatoes into the slow cooker. Always recheck seasoning before serving to enhance the dish.