Easy Braised Short Ribs Recipe Slow Cooker

June 23, 2023 Post a Comment

Easy Tender Braised Beef Short Ribs Slow Cooker Recipe Tasty Ever After from www.tastyeverafter.com

Description

Braising short ribs is a great way to make a delicious meal with little effort. This slow cooker braised short ribs recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. The slow cooker does all the work for you. The ribs come out tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich, flavorful and delicious. Serve over mashed potatoes, polenta, or egg noodles for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless beef short ribs

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 onion, chopped

1 cup beef broth

1/2 cup red wine

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 bay leaf

Instructions

Season the ribs with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ribs and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the ribs to the slow cooker.

Add the garlic and onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the broth, wine, tomato paste, thyme and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes. Pour the mixture over the ribs in the slow cooker.

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours. The ribs should be tender and the sauce should be thickened. Serve the ribs with mashed potatoes, polenta, or egg noodles.

Equipment

You will need a slow cooker, large skillet, and a slotted spoon.

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables to the slow cooker if desired. Carrots and mushrooms would be a great addition. You can also add other herbs and spices to the sauce if you like. A teaspoon of smoked paprika or a pinch of cayenne pepper would be delicious.

Nutrition

This recipe is high in protein and a good source of iron. Each serving provides about 400 calories and 25 grams of protein. The sauce is also a good source of vitamin C from the tomatoes and potassium from the beef broth.