Best 10 Slow Cooker Plum Barbecue Short Ribs Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of fall with our slow-cooker plum barbecue short ribs, a dish that effortlessly blends the sweet and tangy notes of plum with the smoky richness of barbecue sauce, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These fall-off-the-bone short ribs are braised to perfection in a slow cooker, ensuring tender and juicy meat that melts in your mouth. Accompanying this main course are two delectable side dishes: a refreshing cucumber salad with a hint of mint and a creamy coleslaw that adds a crunchy, tangy contrast. These recipes are not only culinary delights but also a testament to the convenience and versatility of slow-cooker cooking, allowing you to savor a hearty and flavorful meal with minimal effort.

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

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE BEEF SHORT RIBS



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Bone-in beef short ribs are slow cooked in a sweet-and-spicy barbecue sauce for tender, flavorful, fall-off-the-bone meat. Serve this indulgent dinner with extra barbecue sauce and a side of Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 to 4 1/2 lb bone-in beef short ribs, cut into individual ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup Annie's™ Naturals organic sweet & spicy BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
Sliced green onions, if desired
Betty Crocker™ creamy butter mashed potato mix, prepared as directed on package, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season ribs with salt and pepper. Cook ribs in two batches, on all sides 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned. Transfer ribs to slow cooker; discard fat and drippings.
  • In small bowl, mix beef broth, 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce and the mustard. Pour over ribs in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender.
  • With slotted spoon or tongs, carefully remove ribs to serving platter. In small microwavable bowl, heat remaining 1/4 cup barbecue sauce covered on High 30 to 60 seconds or until heated through. Brush ribs with heated barbecue sauce; garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER BBQ SHORT RIBS



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Brisket, move over. BBQ-sauced short ribs are here, ready to give you a run for your money in the tender-and-juicy slow-cooker recipe category.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lb. beef short ribs
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup flour
1 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard

Steps:

  • Place ribs in Slow Cooker; top with onions, then combined remaining ingredients. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours). Remove ribs from Slow Cooker; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce. Stir gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

SLOW-COOKER PLUM BARBECUE SHORT RIBS



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Beef short ribs come out of the slow cooker tender and flavorful. Plum preserves add a sweet twist to the barbecue sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 lb beef short ribs
1 large sweet onion (Bermuda, Maui or Spanish), cut in half, sliced
1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce
3/4 cup plum preserves
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook ribs in oil (in batches if necessary) 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides.
  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place onion and ribs. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, cook remaining ingredients over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened.
  • Drain excess liquid from slow cooker. Pour sauce over ribs. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 25 to 35 minutes longer or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1160 mg, Sugar 34 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bone-in short ribs, baby potato, salt, onion, garlic, baby carrots, green beans, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, cumin, dried oregano, salt

Provided by Niki Ang

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb bone-in short ribs
1 lb baby potato
1 pinch salt
1 onion, cut in half
4 cloves garlic, large
1 lb baby carrots
1 lb green beans
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, and ½ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  • Place bone-in short ribs in the bottom of a 6-quart (6 liters) slow cooker.
  • Add the spice mix over the meat.
  • Throw in the baby potatoes and add a pinch of salt, then add onion, garlic, and baby carrots.
  • Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Add green beans during the last 30 minutes of cooking time.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726 calories, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 37 grams

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS



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Slow-cooked beef short ribs used two ways. Can anyone say 'M'm! M'm! Good'? Put the meat in a hoagie roll and serve with the reserved broth for dipping. Or, moisten with your favorite barbecue sauce and serve on a toasted bun.

Provided by lgmarge

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rib Recipes

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
3 ribs celery, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed
5 pounds beef short ribs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed beef consomme (such as Campbell's ®)
½ (10.5 ounce) can water

Steps:

  • Prepare a slow cooker crock with cooking spray.
  • Spread celery, carrots, onion, and garlic in the bottom of the crock. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; place atop the vegetables. Pour beef consomme and water into the crock.
  • Cook on High until the ribs are fork-tender, 5 to 7 hours.
  • Remove the ribs from the slow cooker to a platter. Strain the broth and discard the vegetables.
  • Strip meat from the bones of the ribs. Discard bones and transfer meat to a bowl. Shred meat with 2 forks and serve with strained broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 52.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 22.1 g, Sodium 289.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SLOW-COOKER SHORT RIBS



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These slow-cooker short ribs are an easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs-you don't need to pay any attention to them once you get them in the slow cooker. (That makes it my favorite beef short ribs recipe!) -Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup beef broth
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups dry red wine or beef broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, brown ribs on all sides; transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add carrots, broth, thyme and bay leaf to ribs., Add onions to the same skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 8-9 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove ribs and vegetables; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; skim fat. Discard thyme and bay leaf. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened; press cancel. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper. Serve with ribs and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SLOW COOKER BBQ SHORT RIBS



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This is summer in a slow cooker! It's also one of those recipes that will mellow and taste even better the next day.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Meat

Time 8h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lbs beef short ribs
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup barbecue sauce, your favorite
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Place ribs and onions in slow cooker.
  • Mix barbecue sauce, honey, flour and mustard; pour over ingredients in slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH for 5 hours) or until ribs are tender.
  • Remove ribs from slow cooker; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce.
  • Stir gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1931.6, Fat 164.8, SaturatedFat 71.5, Cholesterol 344.7, Sodium 796.3, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 26.6, Protein 66.7

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS RECIPE



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These Slow Cooker Short Ribs only require five ingredients and can be put together in a matter of minutes. Put them in the slow cooker and let them cook all day and you have dinner ready that evening. This meat is so tender and savory it falls apart with your fork. You are going to love this one.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds beef short ribs
salt and pepper (to taste)
10.5 ounces condensed French onion soup (1 can)
12 ounces chili sauce (1 bottle)
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Spray a slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Place short ribs in the bottom of slow cooker and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together condensed onion soup and chili sauce. Spoon over the ribs.
  • Sprinkle rosemary on top.
  • Cook on low for 8-10 hours.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS WITH CHINESE FLAVORS



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Slow cookers get a bad rap in the world of accomplished chefs, but Mark Bittman loves his. He calls it his "Monster of Braising," and he claims to use it every day. Here is his recipe for braised short ribs with soy sauce, honey, cinnamon, star anise and ginger.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 5h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 short ribs, about 3 pounds
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar or honey
3 star anise
6 scallions, trimmed
1 3-inch piece cinnamon
5 nickel-size slices of ginger
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
Salt
Cooked white rice for serving
Chopped scallions or fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except salt, rice and garnish, in slow cooker. Cover and cook until meat is very tender and falling from bone, 5 hours or more on high, 7 hours or more on low. Taste and add salt if necessary.
  • If you like, remove meat, strain liquid and refrigerate meat and liquid separately; skim fat from liquid, and reheat with meat. Serve hot over white rice garnished with scallions or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1047, UnsaturatedFat 44 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 90 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 39 grams, Sodium 1877 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE RIBS



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An easy and delicious way to prepare tender barbecued ribs without the barbecue!

Provided by SUZANNE2802

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Baby Back Ribs

Time 8h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds pork baby back ribs
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups ketchup
1 cup chili sauce
½ cup packed brown sugar
4 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 dash hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Season ribs with salt and pepper. Place in a shallow baking pan. Brown in oven 15 minutes. Turn over, and brown another 15 minutes; drain fat.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ketchup, chili sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, oregano, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and salt and pepper. Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour sauce over ribs, and turn to coat.
  • Cover, and cook on Low 6 to 8 hours, or until ribs are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 117 mg, Fat 29.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 1244.5 mg, Sugar 26.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose short ribs that are well-marbled with fat for the best flavor and tenderness.
  • Use a slow cooker liner to make cleanup easy.
  • Brown the short ribs in a skillet before adding them to the slow cooker to develop a richer flavor.
  • Add a variety of vegetables to the slow cooker along with the short ribs for a complete meal.
  • Season the short ribs with your favorite spices and herbs.
  • Let the short ribs cook on low for at least 8 hours, or until they are fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Serve the short ribs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker plum barbecue short ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can have a flavorful and tender meal that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying slow cooker recipe, give these plum barbecue short ribs a try!

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