How to Make Slow-Cooked Short Ribs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow-cooked short ribs are a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a special dinner or just a cozy night in. The meat becomes incredibly tender and flavorful as it simmers in a rich and savory sauce, making it a truly satisfying meal.

Short ribs are a cut of beef that comes from the lower portion of the ribcage. They are marbled with fat and connective tissue, which makes them ideal for slow cooking, as the long cooking time helps to break down the tough fibers and create ...

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 4 pounds boneless beef short ribs
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • ¾ cup red wine vinegar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup chili sauce
  • ⅓ cup ketchup
  • ⅓ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons chili powder

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 9 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add ribs in batches and shake to coat. In a large skillet, brown ribs in butter.
  • Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. In the same skillet, combine the remaining ingredients. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil; pour over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours or until meat is tender.