Description
Honey Garlic Beef Short Ribs in a Slow Cooker is a comforting dish that combines tender beef short ribs with a sweet and savory sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 kg (5 lbs) beef short ribs
- 1 cup honey
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 4 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat the beef short ribs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper.
- In a medium bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until well blended.
- If desired, brown the ribs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes on each side, then place them in the slow cooker.
- Pour the honey garlic sauce over the ribs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours until the meat is tender and pulls away from the bone.
- Serve the ribs warm, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, alongside steamed rice or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Choose well-marbled beef short ribs for the best flavor and tenderness.
- Adjust the sweetness and flavor of the sauce to your liking by adding more honey or soy sauce.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer the sauce in a saucepan after cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Honey Garlic Beef Short Ribs, Slow Cooker, Beef Ribs, Asian Cuisine