Slow Cooker Bbq Short Ribs

Slow Cooker BBQ Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, featuring tender, fall-off-the-bone beef ribs slow-cooked to perfection in a tangy and sweet barbecue sauce. The long, slow cooking process allows the rich flavors to penetrate deep into the meat, making it incredibly flavorful and juicy. This recipe is perfect for a stress-free dinner, as the slow cooker does all the hard work. Serve these succulent ribs with mashed potatoes, cornbread, or coleslaw for a hearty meal that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

• 3-4 lbs beef short ribs
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Season the ribs: Generously season the short ribs with salt and pepper on all sides.
2. Sear the ribs: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the ribs to the slow cooker.
3. Prepare the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Add the barbecue sauce, beef broth, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, and chili powder (if using). Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Slow cook: Pour the sauce over the short ribs in the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly coated. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, until the ribs are tender and easily pull away from the bone.
5. Serve: Once cooked, transfer the ribs to a serving platter and spoon the remaining barbecue sauce from the slow cooker over the top. Serve with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, cornbread, or coleslaw.

These Slow Cooker BBQ Short Ribs are a delicious, melt-in-your-mouth dish that’s full of smoky, tangy flavor, making it a perfect choice for a family dinner or weekend gathering!