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Crockpot Beef Short Ribs Recipe

Crockpot Beef Short Ribs Recipe
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Tender, succulent beef short ribs braised in a flavorful broth until they are fall-off-the-bone delicious. This crockpot recipe is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Short Ribs:

  • 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Braising Liquid:

  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine (or additional beef broth)
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Season the short ribs: Generously season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear the ribs: In a large skillet, sear the short ribs on all sides until deeply browned, then transfer to the crockpot.
  3. Sauté onions and garlic: In the same skillet, sauté the sliced onion until softened, then add garlic and cook briefly.
  4. Add remaining ingredients: Stir in tomato paste, then pour in red wine, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer briefly.
  5. Cook in crockpot: Pour the mixture over the short ribs in the crockpot, add herbs, and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
  6. Finish and serve: Remove herbs, adjust sauce if desired, and serve over mashed potatoes, polenta, or noodles.

Notes

  • Serve over mashed potatoes, creamy polenta, or buttered noodles.
  • For a thicker sauce, whisk in a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water) into the reduced cooking liquid.

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