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Tender Braised Ribs

Tender Braised Ribs

Discover the magic of Tender Braised Ribs with this easy slow cooker recipe. Perfect for cozy dinners, these fall-off-the-bone ribs are packed with flavor and simplicity.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Bone-in Beef Short Ribs
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Cracked Black Pepper
  • 2 large Carrots chopped
  • 1 large Onion chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 sprig Fresh Thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Tongs
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Slow Cooker
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve (optional)

Method
 

  1. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper; sear in a hot skillet until golden brown on all sides.
  2. Remove the ribs and place them in a slow cooker.
  3. In the skillet, soften the chopped carrots and onions, then add minced garlic and tomato paste; cook for one more minute.
  4. Transfer the veggie mixture to the slow cooker with the ribs.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping the bottom for flavor; pour over the ribs.
  6. Add rosemary and thyme sprigs on top; cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours until tender.
  7. Serve with sauce, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a silkier sauce, strain it before serving. Feel free to substitute dried herbs for fresh, using half the amount. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a perfect meal.
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