Super Tender Crockpot Beef Short Ribs Recipe
These Super Tender Crockpot Beef Short Ribs are a hearty and comforting dish that practically cooks itself. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering, these fall-off-the-bone ribs are packed with flavor and sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Short Ribs:
- 3 lbs Bone-In Beef Short Ribs
Vegetables:
- 3 cups Baby Carrots
- 2 cups Mushrooms (Sliced)
Broth and Seasonings:
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- 1 cup Red Wine (Optional- See Notes)
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 Bay Leaf
- 8 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
- 1 tbsp Garlic (Minced)
- Salt (To Taste)
- Pepper (To Taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Short Ribs: Season all sides of the short ribs with salt and pepper. Brown each piece in a skillet over medium heat for about 20 seconds per side.
- Crockpot Cooking: Place all ingredients in a crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours or until the meat is tender. Remove ribs and vegetables, set aside. Discard herbs but keep the cooking liquid.
- Serve: Enjoy the ribs with mashed sweet potatoes and a drizzle of the cooking liquid.
Notes
- *Notes: The red wine adds depth to the flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Crockpot, Beef Short Ribs, Slow Cooker, Comfort Food, Dinner
