Description

crockpot beef short ribs deliver melt-in-your-mouth tenderness in a rich grape juice gravy, perfect for busy weeknights. This easy slow-cooker recipe seasons the ribs with salt and black pepper, adds onion, garlic, beef broth and grape juice, then cooks low and slow for eight hours. Finish with a quick cornstarch slurry for a silky sauce. Serve over creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a comforting, satisfying meal that’s ready with minimal effort. It can be reheated for leftovers today.

Ingredients

Scale

3 pounds beef short ribs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 cups grape juice
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)

Instructions

Season the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper.
Place the ribs in the crockpot and add the chopped onion and minced garlic on top.
Pour the beef broth, grape juice, and Worcestershire sauce around the ribs.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4 hours) until the meat is tender.
(Optional) For a thicker gravy, whisk cornstarch with a little water and stir into the hot sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Notes

For extra depth
brown the ribs in a skillet before adding to the crockpot. This step is optional but adds a caramelized flavor. Adjust salt based on the sodium level of your broth. Leftovers reheat well on the stove or in the microwave.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 95 mg

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