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Recipe for Short Ribs Crock Pot

Making braised beef short ribs in the slow cooker is so incredibly easy and delicious! This cooking method gives fall off the bone and flavorful results every time.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
6 hrs
Total Time
6 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 115 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French , American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 beef short ribs see note
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 talks celery diced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 ounces tomato paste 1 small can
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 cup red wine or beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 teaspoons thyme
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 2 teaspoons parsley

Instructions

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  1. Season short ribs liberally with salt and pepper. 
  2. Sear over high heat in a skillet to brown the outsides. Set them in the slow cooker. 
  3. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of fat from the pan. Add the vegetables and cook until softened.
  4. Add the wine and cook until reduced about 15 minutes.
  5. Combine the veggies and all the remaining ingredients into the slow cooker.
  6. Cook on low for up to 8 hours, or high up to 4 hours. When done, the beef should easily fall off the bone. 
  7. Serve over mashed potatoes, polenta, or grits. Garnish with fresh thyme and parsley.

Notes

  • You can use anywhere from 6-10 short ribs for this recipe. It just depends on how many people you'd like to serve and how big the short ribs are. 
  • Beef broth can be substituted for the red wine. 
  • The exact amount of broth you use may vary depending on the size and shape of your slow cooker or crockpot. The short ribs need to all be at least partially submerged in the liquid. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 115kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 3g (5%) Sodium 1087mg (45%) Potassium 541mg (15%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 3920IU (78%) Vitamin C 10.7mg (12%) Calcium 48mg (5%) Iron 1.6mg (9%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 115

% Daily Value*

Calories 115kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 1087mg 45%
Potassium 541mg 12%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 3920IU 78%
Vitamin C 10.7mg 12%
Calcium 48mg 5%
Iron 1.6mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.