Best 5 Beef Short Ribs Slow Cooker Recipes

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**Beef Short Ribs: A Fall-Off-the-Bone Experience**

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our collection of slow-cooker beef short rib recipes. These succulent and flavorful ribs are braised to perfection, resulting in fall-off-the-bone tenderness that will tantalize your taste buds. From classic red wine braised short ribs to Asian-inspired variations, our recipes offer a diverse range of flavors to suit every palate. Whether you prefer a hearty and robust dish or something with a touch of spice, we have the perfect recipe for you. Get ready to savor the rich and savory goodness of beef short ribs, slow-cooked to perfection in the convenience of your slow cooker.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER BEEF SHORT RIBS



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You won't believe how good these ribs are!!! I think we could have these every other night with no complaints! They're YUMMY!!!!

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Sauces

Time 9h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 lbs boneless beef short ribs
1/4 cup butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup beef broth
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup chili sauce
2 tablespoons catsup
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Put flour, salt and pepper in a bag.
  • Add ribs and shake to coat.
  • Brown ribs in butter in a lg skillet.
  • Put in slow cooker.
  • In same skillet, combine remaining ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring.
  • Pour over ribs.
  • Cover and cook on low for 9 hours.

MAKE-AHEAD SLOW-COOKER ASIAN BEEF SHORT RIBS



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These short ribs were born to braise, and fortunately, that's what the slow cooker does best! Get your Asian flavor fix with this yummy, filling short rib rice bowl.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20h45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 lb beef short ribs, cut into individual ribs
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1/3 cup chili garlic sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 bulb garlic, cloves peeled
2-inch piece of gingerroot, peeled and roughly chopped
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 English (hothouse) cucumber, halved crosswise, shaved with vegetable peeler down to seeds
3 carrots, peeled, then shaved with vegetable peeler
4 cups hot cooked white rice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, if desired
8 lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook ribs in two batches, fattiest side down first, on all sides 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned. Transfer to plate; cool 15 minutes. Discard fat and pan drippings. Transfer ribs to labeled 1-gallon freezer bag. Pour 1/3 cup soy sauce over ribs and seal bag, pressing out as much air as possible. Lay flat and freeze up to 3 months.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, whisk brown sugar, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce and mustard. Stir in garlic and gingerroot. Transfer to labeled airtight freezer container; seal well. Freeze up to 3 months.
  • Thaw ribs and sauce 12 to 24 hours in refrigerator until completely thawed.
  • Pour ribs and sauce into 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, whisk vinegar, granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons soy sauce. Stir in cucumber and carrots. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour but no longer than 3 hours; drain.
  • Transfer short ribs to cutting board. Transfer 1/2 cup braising liquid to medium bowl. Remove bones and any pieces of fat from short ribs and discard. Shred meat with two forks, and transfer to bowl with reserved liquid. Discard remaining cooking liquid.
  • Divide rice among 8 bowls. Divide shredded beef and marinated vegetables among bowls of rice. Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 46 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1360 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

CURRIED BEEF SHORT RIBS (SLOW COOKER)



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Now you can have an intensely-flavored exotic meal on the table with very little effort! The lime zest and lime juices brighten the rich flavors, too.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Curries

Time 6h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons canola oil
2 lbs beef short ribs, trimmed
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
1/3 cup minced shallot
3 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons red curry paste
1/4 cup light coconut milk
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 cups hot cooked basmati rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle ribs with 3/4 t. salt and 1/8 t. pepper. Add half of the ribs to pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned. Place ribs in an electric slow cooker or crock pot. Repeat procedure with remaining ribs.
  • Add shallots, garlic, and ginger to skillet; saute 2 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup water and curry paste; cook 1 minute. Stir in coconut milk, sugar, and fish sauce. Add coconut milk mixture to cooker. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours.
  • Remove ribs from cooker; keep warm. Strain cooking liquid through a colander over a bowl; discard solids. Place a zip-top plastic bag inside a 2-cup glass measure. Pour cooking liquid into bag; let stand 10 minutes (fat will rise to the top). Seal bag; carefully snip off 1 bottom corner of bag. Drain drippings into a small bowl; stopping before fat layer reaches opening; discard fat.
  • Stir in remaining 3/4 t. salt, remaining 1/8 t. pepper, zest, and juice.
  • Shred rib meat with 2 forks; discard bones. Serve sauce over ribs and rice.

MAKE-AHEAD SLOW-COOKER ASIAN BEEF SHORT RIBS RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Make-Ahead Slow-Cooker Asian Beef Short Ribs Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by รก-4084

Number Of Ingredients 20

To Freeze/Slow Cook
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 lb beef short ribs, cut into individual ribs
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
1/3 cup chili garlic sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 bulb garlic, cloves peeled
2-inch piece of gingerroot, peeled and roughly chopped
To Serve
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 English (hothouse) cucumber, halved crosswise, shaved with vegetable peeler down to seeds
3 carrots, peeled, then shaved with vegetable peeler
4 cups hot cooked white rice
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions, if desired
8 lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook ribs in two batches, fattiest side down first, on all sides 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned. Transfer to plate; cool 15 minutes. Discard fat and pan drippings. Transfer ribs to labeled 1-gallon freezer bag. Pour 1/3 cup soy sauce over ribs and seal bag, pressing out as much air as possible. Lay flat and freeze up to 3 months. 2 Meanwhile, in medium bowl, whisk brown sugar, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce and mustard. Stir in garlic and gingerroot. Transfer to labeled airtight freezer container; seal well. Freeze up to 3 months. 3 Thaw ribs and sauce 12 to 24 hours in refrigerator until completely thawed. 4 Pour ribs and sauce into 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours. 5 Meanwhile, in medium bowl, whisk vinegar, granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons soy sauce. Stir in cucumber and carrots. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour but no longer than 3 hours; drain. 6 Transfer short ribs to cutting board. Transfer 1/2 cup braising liquid to medium bowl. Remove bones and any pieces of fat from short ribs and discard. Shred meat with two forks, and transfer to bowl with reserved liquid. Discard remaining cooking liquid. 7 Divide rice among 8 bowls. Divide shredded beef and marinated vegetables among bowls of rice. Top with remaining ingredients.

SLOW COOKER BEEF SHORT RIBS



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Super tender short ribs with a great A jus

Provided by barbara lentz

Categories     Beef

Time 10h5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 bone in beef short ribs
1 tsp each salt and pepper
3 c beef broth
1/4 c worcestershire sauce
1 Tbsp garlic minced
1 sprig(s) fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • 1. Season the ribs with salt and pepper. Place some oil in a frying pan and get it hot. Sear the ribs on all sides then add them to the slow cooker.
  • 2. Add remaining ingredients and cook on low 8 to 10 hours.

Tips:

  • Choose short ribs with good marbling for more flavor and tenderness.
  • Brown the short ribs before slow cooking to develop a richer flavor.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the slow cooker for a more flavorful broth.
  • Add herbs and spices to the slow cooker for extra flavor.
  • Cook the short ribs on low for at least 8 hours, or until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Serve the short ribs with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

Conclusion:

Beef short ribs are a delicious and affordable cut of meat that is perfect for slow cooking. By following these tips, you can make tender, flavorful short ribs that will impress your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give slow cooker beef short ribs a try.

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