Easy Beef Short Ribs in a Crock Pot
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this easy beef short ribs recipe cooked in a crock pot, featuring tender beef, aromatic onions, and a rich BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in) Choose high-quality beef short ribs for better flavor
- 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce Adjust sweetness and spice level based on preference
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce Adds depth of flavor
- 2 tbsp brown sugar Adjust for sweetness
- Salt and pepper to taste Seasoning to enhance flavors
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional) Fresh herbs can be used for added flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the yellow onions into small pieces and mince the garlic.
Searing
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the beef short ribs until browned on all sides.
Crock Pot Assembly
- Transfer the browned ribs to the crock pot and layer in the onions and garlic.
- Pour in the beef broth, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and add brown sugar. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle any optional herbs.
Cooking
- Cover the crock pot and set it to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
- After cooking, taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serving
- Serve the beef short ribs over mashed potatoes or rice, drizzling with the flavorful sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives for freshness.
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Notes
For best results, allow searing to take time for deeper flavor; leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.