Estate Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs
Tender beef ribs braised in a savory-sweet glaze with aromatic vegetables, evoking the comfort of a family heirloom recipe. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 500 minutes pairs beef short ribs, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 600 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp, minced garlic
- 1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2, sliced carrots
- 2 stalks, sliced celery
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 2 lbs beef short ribs in a slow cooker. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp minced garlic, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Stir to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Add 1 cup beef broth, 1 diced medium onion, 2 sliced carrots, 2 sliced celery stalks, and 1 bay leaf. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until meat is fork-tender and falls off the bone.
- Step 4: Remove bay leaf. Skim excess fat from the surface if desired before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Estate Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs take to make?
Total time is about 500 minutes (20 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Estate Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef short ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Estate Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Estate Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Estate Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs?
American slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
