Slow-Cooker Beef Short Ribs

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 26
Slow-Cooker Beef Short Ribs for a Delicious Family Meal
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

480 min

Ready In

495 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 lbs boneless beef short ribs
1/4 cup butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup beef broth
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons catsup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
537
Sugar
36g
Fat
29g
Beef Short Ribs are a classic comfort food, and Slow-Cooker Beef Short Ribs make this meal easier and hassle-free. These ribs are incredibly tender and juicy because they are slow-cooked with a flavorful broth. The braise is made with a mixture of red wine vinegar, beef broth, chili sauce, and brown sugar, which gives the meat a rich, tangy flavor. The vegetables cooked alongside the beef soak up the savory flavors of the broth, making them the perfect side dish for this meal.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper.
2.Coat the short ribs in the flour mixture.
3.In a skillet, melt the butter and brown the short ribs on all sides.
4.Place the short ribs into a slow cooker.
5.In the same skillet, cook onion until it becomes tender.
6.Add beef broth, red wine vinegar, brown sugar, chili sauce, catsup, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and chili powder into the skillet and cook for 2 minutes.
7.Pour the mixture over the short ribs in the slow cooker.
8.Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
9.Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!

PROS

Slow-Cooker Beef Short Ribs are a perfect meal for busy weeknights because they are easy to prepare and require very little hands-on cooking.

This recipe yields a moist and tender meat that is sure to satisfy any beef lover.

The bold flavors from the seasoning and vinegars make this dish rich and savory.

CONS

This recipe would not be appropriate for those who are watching their sodium intake or red meat consumption.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While beef short ribs aren’t the most nutritious cut of meat, they do contain iron, zinc, and B vitamins.
The broth and vegetables also provide some added nutrients and fiber.
As with any dish, moderation is key!

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