Easy Beef Short Ribs in a Crock Pot
Easy Beef Short Ribs in a Crock Pot is the epitome of comfort food, transforming tough cuts of beef into melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with minimal effort. This dish features succulent short ribs simmered in a rich, savory sauce that fills your home with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, just set it and let the crock pot work its magic while you relax.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Season beef short ribs generously with salt and pepper.
- (Optional) Sear each side in a hot skillet until golden brown, about three minutes per side.
- Layer chopped onions and minced garlic at the bottom of your crock pot.
- Whisk together beef broth, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar in a bowl until smooth.
- Place seasoned short ribs on top of onions and garlic; pour sauce over them to coat evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours until tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg