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Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs: Tender, Juicy Perfection Awaits!

slow cooker beef short ribs

Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs are a delicious and easy way to enjoy tender, juicy meat that falls off the bone.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 hours
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 4 pounds beef short ribs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the short ribs on all sides.
  3. Transfer the browned ribs to the slow cooker.
  4. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened.
  5. Pour in the beef broth, red wine, soy sauce, and brown sugar, stirring to combine.
  6. Pour the mixture over the short ribs in the slow cooker.
  7. Add thyme and bay leaf.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender.
  9. Remove the ribs and strain the sauce if desired.
  10. Serve the ribs with the sauce drizzled on top.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the ribs overnight before cooking.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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