Description
Discover how to make crockpot beef short ribs that fall off the bone and soak up a savory broth enriched with onion, garlic, soy sauce, thyme, and a hint of grape juice. This 8‑hour low‑and‑slow method transforms tough short ribs into a melt‑in‑your‑mouth masterpiece, perfect for serving over creamy mashed potatoes or alongside buttered noodles. Simple ingredients, minimal effort, and big flavor make this recipe a go‑to for busy weeknight dinners and weekend gatherings alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup grape juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Layer the chopped onion and minced garlic in the bottom of the crockpot.
- Place the seasoned short ribs on top of the aromatics.
- Pour the beef broth, grape juice, soy sauce, and thyme over the ribs, ensuring they are partially submerged.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Category: Beef
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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