Description
Fall-off-the-bone tender beef short ribs slowly braised in a rich red wine, garlic, and herb sauce, perfect for a comforting and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
Beef and Seasoning
- 3–4 pounds beef short ribs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
Instructions
- Season the ribs: Generously season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper on all sides to enhance their natural flavor.
- Brown the ribs (optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ribs for 2–3 minutes per side to develop deeper flavor and color.
- Prepare the crock pot: Place the seasoned or browned ribs into the crock pot in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Mix the sauce: In a bowl, combine chopped onion, minced garlic, red wine, beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and rosemary. Stir until well incorporated.
- Pour the sauce: Pour the mixture evenly over the ribs in the crock pot, making sure the ribs are mostly covered by the liquid for optimal braising.
- Cook the ribs: Set the crock pot to low and cook for 8–9 hours, or alternatively, cook on high for 4–5 hours until the ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.
- Serve: Carefully remove the ribs and serve hot with the rich sauce spooned over mashed potatoes or polenta for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- To thicken the sauce, reduce the cooking liquid in a saucepan over medium heat or add a cornstarch slurry.
- Browning the ribs before slow cooking enhances the depth of flavor but is optional.
- Leftover ribs and sauce store well refrigerated for up to 3 days and freeze nicely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner, Beef
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American, French-Inspired
