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Tender Slow Cooker Braised Short Ribs

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 minute
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the comfort of tender, slow-cooked beef short ribs, bursting with savory flavors—perfect for any gathering or cozy evening.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 lbs Beef Short Ribs: meaty with marbling
  • 1 medium Onion: chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic: minced
  • 2 cups Beef Broth: low-sodium
  • 2 medium Carrots: sliced
  • 1 tsp Thyme: fresh
  • 1 tsp Rosemary: fresh
  • Salt: to taste
  • Pepper: to taste

Instructions

  1. 1. **Sear the Meat**: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season beef short ribs generously with salt and pepper. Sear in batches until browned on all sides (about 3 minutes per side).
  2. 2. **Prep Your Aromatics**: While the meat is browning, chop onions and mince garlic. Set aside.
  3. 3. **Build Your Flavor Base**: In the same skillet, add onions and garlic; cook until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes). Deglaze the pan with a splash of beef broth.
  4. 4. **Combine Everything in Your Slow Cooker**: Transfer seared short ribs into a slow cooker. Add sautéed onions and garlic along with beef broth and sliced carrots. Sprinkle fresh thyme and rosemary on top.
  5. 5. **Let It Cook**: Cover slow cooker and set on low for 6 to 8 hours until meat is tender.
  6. 6. **Serve & Enjoy**: Carefully remove short ribs from the slow cooker. Serve warm over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside crusty bread.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: - For added richness, consider stirring in a tablespoon of tomato paste. - Customize by adding other vegetables like potatoes or parsnips. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.