Tender Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs for Ultimate Comfort

This slow cooker beef short ribs recipe is a gluten-free comfort food that offers tender, flavorful bites perfect for any dinner gathering.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 20

Servings: 6 ribs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Ribs

3 pounds Beef Short Ribs Choose well-marbled cuts for tenderness
1 teaspoon Salt Generously season
1 teaspoon Pepper Generously season
2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning

For the Aromatics

1 medium Onion Finely chopped
4 cloves Garlic Minced
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Cook briefly

For the Liquid Mixture

4 cups Beef Broth Adds moisture and depth
1 cup Red Wine or Worcestershire Sauce For acidity
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Sweetness to balance flavors

For the Finishing Touch

1 bunch Fresh Herbs (e.g., thyme, parsley) To taste

Equipment

Slow Cooker
Skillet
Tongs

Method

Preparation Steps

Pat the beef short ribs dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
Sauté the onion and garlic in the same skillet until soft. Add tomato paste and cook for another minute.
Place the seared ribs in the slow cooker. Pour in beef broth, red wine, and brown sugar. Add fresh herbs on top.
Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until tender.
Serve the ribs with the sauce and garnish with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

To achieve the best flavor, do not skip the searing step. Adjust seasoning and add your favorite herbs for personalized flavor.

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