Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 cup red wine (optional, can substitute with additional beef broth)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef:
- Season the beef short ribs generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer the ribs to the slow cooker.
- Cook the Vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Pour the red wine (if using) into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.
- Combine and Cook:
- Pour the sauce and vegetables over the short ribs in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the meat is tender and easily falls off the bone.
- Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the slow cooker about 30 minutes before the cooking time is up. Continue cooking until the sauce has thickened.
- Serve:
- Remove the short ribs from the slow cooker and serve with the sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy with mashed potatoes, polenta, or a side of crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 hours on low or 4-5 hours on high
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 36g