Tender Crockpot Beef Short Ribs
Indulge in the warm, savory experience of Tender Crockpot Beef Short Ribs. Slow-cooked to perfection, these ribs melt in your mouth while the rich sauce envelops them in delightful flavors. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights, this dish guarantees satisfaction with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup red wine (good quality)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear beef short ribs until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onions and garlic; sauté until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes).
- Transfer ribs back to the skillet, then add beef broth, red wine, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Pour everything into a crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
- Serve over creamy mashed potatoes or polenta to enjoy the delicious sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider adding root vegetables like carrots or potatoes during cooking. - Don't forget to save leftover cooking liquid; it makes an excellent sauce for future meals.