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    Published: Nov 7, 2022 · Modified: Feb 16, 2023 by Jeremy Klae · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Slow Cooker Short Ribs

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    This recipe for Slow Cooker Short Ribs will produce some of the most savory, fall-off-the-bone beef ribs you've ever had. Serve them with mashed potatoes and self-made gravy with veggies from the slow cooker, and you've got a complete meal. For another comfort food classic, check out the mother of all soul food dishes with this amazing Smothered Southern Oxtails!

    Beef Short Rib served over mashed potatoes.
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    These Slow Cooker Red Wine Braised Short Ribs are an amazingly rich, stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. It's filling, warm, flavorful, and extremely easy to make.

    Ingredients

    Beef Short Ribs: Short Ribs are cut from the lower portion of the front of the cow's rib cage and can be found at just about any local grocery store. They usually come in a pack of 3 to 4 ribs, typically about 2 to 2 ½ lbs.

    Vegetables: For this recipe, I used onions, celery, and carrots. They work perfectly as a side or even over mashed potatoes.

    Liquids: All you'll need is a little red wine, balsamic vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.

    Seasonings and Spices: Kosher Salt and Black Pepper are a must. However, the real magic happens with the addition of minced Garlic, Onion Soup Mix, and Fresh Rosemary.

    See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Beef short ribs being seared in a cast iron skillet.

    Step 1: Begin by heating a large 12" Cast Iron Skillet over medium-high. Once the skillet is hot, add the olive oil. As soon as the oil is hot, sear all sides of the short ribs and set them aside once they're all browned.

    Carrots and onions being added to a cast iron skillet.

    Step 2: Now add onions, celery, and carrots to the same skillet and sauté until the onions turn translucent and the carrots begin to soften. At this point, add the Minced Garlic and continue to Sauté for about another 2 - 3 minutes or until the garlic has become aromatic.

    Mixed vegetables, herbs, and seasonings being added to a slow cooker.

    Step 3: Lastly, transfer the veggie mix to the slow cooker, add the remaining ingredients, and stir to incorporate fully.

    Beef short ribs combined with mixed vegetables in a crock pot.

    Step 4: Place the seared beef short ribs into the slow cooker, about halfway down into the mixture. Place the lid on the slow cooker and set it to low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.

    Expert Tips

    • You can undoubtedly make a slurry by mixing cornstarch and water and then adding it to the juices left in the slow cooker. For this type of recipe, however, I like it to be thick and hearty, so I like to add instant potato flakes until I've reached the desired texture. Either way will work fine, so it's entirely up to you.
    • Searing the short ribs before placing them in the slow cooker helps seal some of the juices and adds a nice texture to the outside of the ribs.
    • While sautéing the vegetables isn't an absolute must, it does bring out some extra sweetness, which adds a lot to the overall flavor of the dish.

    Recipe FAQs

    Why are my short ribs not tender in the crockpot?

    If you've already slow-cooked your beef short ribs, and they still aren't falling apart like you'd like them, it's okay. Just let them keep cooking for another 45 minutes to an hour. They'll get there.

    Do short ribs get softer the longer you cook them?

    Yes, the longer you cook beef short ribs, the more fat renders out, resulting in extremely tender pieces of meat that will fall apart and melt in your mouth.

    Can you overcook slow-cooked short ribs?

    No, when braising short ribs in the slow cooker, the longer you cook them, the more tender they become.

    Should short ribs be submerged when slow cooking?

    No, the liquid you're using should come about halfway up the ribs. If they are completely submerged in liquid, you will end up with a watery juice at the end instead of a sauce-like texture.

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    📖 Recipe

    A slow cooker short rib served over mashed potatoes with braised onions and carrots.

    Slow Cooker Short Ribs

    Slow Cooker Short Ribs that will fall off the bone, stick to your ribs, and quickly become a comfort food staple in your home.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
    Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 8 hours hours
    Total Time: 8 hours hours 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 454kcal
    Author: Jeremy Klae

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½ lbs Beef Short Ribs
    • Olive Oil - for searing/sautéing
    • 2 Medium Onions - diced
    • 3 Celery Sticks - sliced
    • 8 Oz Baby Carrots
    • 1 Tbsp. Minced Garlic
    • 2 Tbsp. Red Wine Vinegar
    • ¼ Cup Worcestershire Sauce
    • 1 Packet Onion Soup Mix
    • 2 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary
    • Instant Potato Flakes or Slurry for thickening.

    Instructions

    • Heat a large 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet over medium-high. Once the skillet is hot, add the olive oil.
    • As soon as the oil is hot, sear all sides of the short ribs and set them aside.
    • Add onions, celery, and carrots to the same skillet and sauté until the onions turn translucent and the carrots begin to soften.
    • Add the Minced Garlic and continue to Sauté for about another 2 - 3 minutes or until the garlic has become aromatic.
    • Transfer the veggie mix to the slow cooker, add the remaining ingredients, and stir to incorporate fully.
    • Place the seared beef short ribs into the slow cooker, about halfway down into the mixture. Place the lid on the slow cooker and set it low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
    • Remove the short ribs and add instant potato flakes to the remaining juice and veggies to thicken to your desired texture.

    Video

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    Notes

    • You can undoubtedly make a slurry by mixing cornstarch and water and then adding it to the juices left in the slow cooker. For this type of recipe, however, I like it to be thick and hearty, so I like to add instant potato flakes until I've reached the desired texture. Either way will work fine, so it's entirely up to you.
    • Searing the short ribs before placing them in the slow cooker helps seal some of the juices and adds a nice texture to the outside of the ribs.
    • While sautéing the vegetables isn't an absolute must, it does bring out some extra sweetness, which adds a lot to the overall flavor of the dish.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 454kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 1233mg | Potassium: 1259mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 7971IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 99mg | Iron: 6mg
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