Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs Luscious. This comforting dish features tender, fall-off-the-bone beef short ribs that are slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic herbs, spices, and a savory sauce. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe is effortless to prepare, allowing you to enjoy a delicious meal without the fuss. Perfectly paired with creamy mashed potatoes or polenta, these short ribs will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (or a combination)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear them on all sides in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and minced garlic until softened.
- Transfer the seared ribs to a slow cooker along with sautéed onions and garlic. Pour in beef broth, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and add fresh herbs.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the ribs are tender.
- Optional: Remove the ribs after cooking and simmer the remaining liquid in a saucepan until thickened for a richer sauce.
- Serve over mashed potatoes or polenta garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
