Description
Tender and flavorful slow cooker beef short ribs cooked low and slow with savory broth and aromatics, perfect for a hearty and comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Beef Short Ribs
- 4 pounds beef short ribs, about 8 short ribs, boneless or bone-in
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Liquid
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
Instructions
- Season the short ribs: Season the short ribs evenly with salt and black pepper on all sides to ensure flavor throughout the meat.
- Sear the short ribs: Heat a large skillet over high heat. Sear the short ribs on each of the four sides for about 60 seconds per side until browned, which locks in juices and adds depth of flavor.
- Prepare the slow cooker: In the slow cooker, combine beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir the mixture to blend all the flavors together.
- Add short ribs and rosemary: Place the seared short ribs into the liquid in the slow cooker. Lay the rosemary sprig on top of the short ribs for aromatic infusion.
- Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
- Serve and enjoy: Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs and serve hot with your favorite sides for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- Searing the meat is key for maximum flavor but can be skipped if short on time.
- Bone-in short ribs add extra depth to the broth but boneless ribs work just as well.
- For thicker sauce, remove the ribs after cooking and reduce the cooking liquid on the stovetop.
- Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for future meals.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg