Description
These Crockpot Red Wine Braised Short Ribs are a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy night in. The rich red wine sauce infused with garlic and herbs makes these tender short ribs a standout meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Short Ribs:
- 3.5–4 pounds beef short ribs (bone-in)
Vegetable Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large carrot (peeled & chopped finely)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 6 cloves garlic (minced)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 bottle dry red wine
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Season the short ribs: Season the short ribs with salt & pepper.
- Sear the short ribs: Sear the short ribs in a skillet until nicely browned. Transfer to a plate.
- Sauté vegetables: Sauté carrots and onions until lightly browned. Add garlic and tomato paste.
- Combine ingredients: Transfer the vegetable mixture to the slow cooker. Add wine, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and thyme. Place short ribs in the Crockpot.
- Cook in Crockpot: Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 5-6 hours.
- Thicken the sauce: Skim fat off the top, mix cornstarch with water, stir into Crockpot, and cook until thickened. Season with salt & pepper.
Notes
- For salt, adjust based on personal preference and the saltiness of the Worcestershire sauce.
- Feel free to add more herbs like rosemary or bay leaves for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 hours on low or 5-6 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 650 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 4g
- Sodium: Approx. 800mg
- Fat: Approx. 45g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 9g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 50g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 170mg
Keywords: Crockpot Short Ribs, Red Wine Braised Ribs, Slow Cooker Beef Ribs
