Best 12 Slow Cooker Plum Barbecue Short Ribs Recipes

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For those seeking a delectable and effortless meal, "Slow Cooker Plum Barbecue Short Ribs" stands out as a culinary masterpiece. This dish combines the tantalizing flavors of sweet and savory as tender short ribs are immersed in a delectable blend of tangy plum sauce and smoky barbecue sauce, all while simmering in a slow cooker to achieve tender, fall-off-the-bone perfection. Whether served as a main course or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this recipe promises to captivate taste buds and create an unforgettable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS



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Slow-cooked beef short ribs used two ways. Can anyone say 'M'm! M'm! Good'? Put the meat in a hoagie roll and serve with the reserved broth for dipping. Or, moisten with your favorite barbecue sauce and serve on a toasted bun.

Provided by lgmarge

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rib Recipes

Time 5h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
3 ribs celery, sliced
2 carrots, sliced
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, smashed
5 pounds beef short ribs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed beef consomme (such as Campbell's ®)
½ (10.5 ounce) can water

Steps:

  • Prepare a slow cooker crock with cooking spray.
  • Spread celery, carrots, onion, and garlic in the bottom of the crock. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; place atop the vegetables. Pour beef consomme and water into the crock.
  • Cook on High until the ribs are fork-tender, 5 to 7 hours.
  • Remove the ribs from the slow cooker to a platter. Strain the broth and discard the vegetables.
  • Strip meat from the bones of the ribs. Discard bones and transfer meat to a bowl. Shred meat with 2 forks and serve with strained broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 116.6 mg, Fat 52.2 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 22.1 g, Sodium 289.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SLOW COOKER BBQ SHORT RIBS



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This is summer in a slow cooker! It's also one of those recipes that will mellow and taste even better the next day.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Meat

Time 8h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lbs beef short ribs
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup barbecue sauce, your favorite
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup flour
1 tablespoon yellow mustard

Steps:

  • Place ribs and onions in slow cooker.
  • Mix barbecue sauce, honey, flour and mustard; pour over ingredients in slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH for 5 hours) or until ribs are tender.
  • Remove ribs from slow cooker; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce.
  • Stir gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1931.6, Fat 164.8, SaturatedFat 71.5, Cholesterol 344.7, Sodium 796.3, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 26.6, Protein 66.7

SLOW-COOKER BARBECUE BEEF SHORT RIBS



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Bone-in beef short ribs are slow cooked in a sweet-and-spicy barbecue sauce for tender, flavorful, fall-off-the-bone meat. Serve this indulgent dinner with extra barbecue sauce and a side of Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 to 4 1/2 lb bone-in beef short ribs, cut into individual ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
3/4 cup Annie's™ Naturals organic sweet & spicy BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
Sliced green onions, if desired
Betty Crocker™ creamy butter mashed potato mix, prepared as directed on package, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season ribs with salt and pepper. Cook ribs in two batches, on all sides 2 to 3 minutes per side, until browned. Transfer ribs to slow cooker; discard fat and drippings.
  • In small bowl, mix beef broth, 1/2 cup of the barbecue sauce and the mustard. Pour over ribs in slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 9 hours or until tender.
  • With slotted spoon or tongs, carefully remove ribs to serving platter. In small microwavable bowl, heat remaining 1/4 cup barbecue sauce covered on High 30 to 60 seconds or until heated through. Brush ribs with heated barbecue sauce; garnish with sliced green onions. Serve with mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 730 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SLOW-COOKER PLUM BARBECUE SHORT RIBS



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Beef short ribs come out of the slow cooker tender and flavorful. Plum preserves add a sweet twist to the barbecue sauce.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 5h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 lb beef short ribs
1 large sweet onion (Bermuda, Maui or Spanish), cut in half, sliced
1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce
3/4 cup plum preserves
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook ribs in oil (in batches if necessary) 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides.
  • Spray 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place onion and ribs. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, cook remaining ingredients over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened.
  • Drain excess liquid from slow cooker. Pour sauce over ribs. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook 25 to 35 minutes longer or until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1160 mg, Sugar 34 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOW COOKER MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH SHORT RIBS



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The name says it all...short ribs become exceedingly tender when slow-cooked in a flavorful combination of French onion soup, ale, garlic, brown sugar and seasonings.

Provided by Food Network

Time 8h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 serving-sized pieces beef short ribs (about 3 pounds)
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 can (10 1/2 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed French Onion Soup
1 bottle (12 fluid ounces) dark ale or beer

Steps:

  • Place the beef into a 5-quart slow cooker. Add the brown sugar, garlic, thyme and flour and toss to coat. Pour the soup and ale over the beef mixture. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.

SLOW COOKER BARBECUED RIBS



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Delicious barbecued ribs easily prepared in a slow cooker. No one will know you didn't slave over the stove all day unless you tell them.

Provided by Joanne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Rib Recipes     Spare Ribs

Time 3h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (28 ounce) can chunky tomato sauce
⅓ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch cayenne pepper
6 pounds pork spareribs, cut into serving-size pieces

Steps:

  • Stir tomato sauce, brown sugar, red wine vinegar, chili powder, soy sauce, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne pepper together in bowl. Place sparerib pieces into a slow cooker and pour sauce over ribs. Cook on High for 3 to 4 hours or on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 30.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 615.2 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: bone-in short ribs, baby potato, salt, onion, garlic, baby carrots, green beans, BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, cumin, dried oregano, salt

Provided by Niki Ang

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb bone-in short ribs
1 lb baby potato
1 pinch salt
1 onion, cut in half
4 cloves garlic, large
1 lb baby carrots
1 lb green beans
1 cup BBQ sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, cumin, oregano, and ½ teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  • Place bone-in short ribs in the bottom of a 6-quart (6 liters) slow cooker.
  • Add the spice mix over the meat.
  • Throw in the baby potatoes and add a pinch of salt, then add onion, garlic, and baby carrots.
  • Cover and cook on low heat for 7-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Add green beans during the last 30 minutes of cooking time.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726 calories, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 49 grams, Sugar 37 grams

SHORT RIBS WITH PLUMS



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My mother got this recipe in the '40s, and I often requested this dish for my birthday meal. The gravy is delicious.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 to 2-1/2 pounds beef short ribs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon browning sauce, optional
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup water, divided
15 pitted dried plums (prunes)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown the meat in oil over medium heat. Remove meat; keep warm. Add onion to the drippings. Saute onion until tender, scraping the pan to loosen browned bits; drain. Add the salt, browning sauce if desired, pepper, 3/4 cup water and dried plums. Bring to a boil; return meat to the pan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat is tender. Remove meat; keep warm., Skim fat from the pan. Combine the cornstarch and the remaining water until smooth. Stir into pan drippings. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thicken. Serve with ribs and rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 629mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SHORT RIBS



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These slow-cooker short ribs are an easy alternative to traditionally braised short ribs-you don't need to pay any attention to them once you get them in the slow cooker. (That makes it my favorite beef short ribs recipe!) -Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 6h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
4 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup beef broth
4 fresh thyme sprigs
1 bay leaf
2 large onions, cut into 1/2-inch wedges
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups dry red wine or beef broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. In batches, brown ribs on all sides; transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Add carrots, broth, thyme and bay leaf to ribs., Add onions to the same skillet; cook and stir over medium heat 8-9 minutes or until tender. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Stir in wine. Bring to a boil; cook 8-10 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add to slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove ribs and vegetables; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; skim fat. Discard thyme and bay leaf. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened; press cancel. If desired, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper. Serve with ribs and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SLOW COOKER SHORT RIBS WITH CHINESE FLAVORS



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Slow cookers get a bad rap in the world of accomplished chefs, but Mark Bittman loves his. He calls it his "Monster of Braising," and he claims to use it every day. Here is his recipe for braised short ribs with soy sauce, honey, cinnamon, star anise and ginger.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 5h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 short ribs, about 3 pounds
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sugar or honey
3 star anise
6 scallions, trimmed
1 3-inch piece cinnamon
5 nickel-size slices of ginger
1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns
Salt
Cooked white rice for serving
Chopped scallions or fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except salt, rice and garnish, in slow cooker. Cover and cook until meat is very tender and falling from bone, 5 hours or more on high, 7 hours or more on low. Taste and add salt if necessary.
  • If you like, remove meat, strain liquid and refrigerate meat and liquid separately; skim fat from liquid, and reheat with meat. Serve hot over white rice garnished with scallions or cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1047, UnsaturatedFat 44 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 90 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 39 grams, Sodium 1877 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

SLOW COOKER BBQ BEEF SHORT RIBS



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Beef ribs with a homemade BBQ sauce in a slow cooker. Best cooked on low for 6 hours. Mine were fall off the bone at 6 hours. Good to serve over rice or alone. I also buy the "meatier" ribs.

Provided by pambritton54

Categories     Easy

Time 6h15m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup water
1 cup ketchup
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
2 tablespoons salt
3 lbs beef short ribs

Steps:

  • Mix water, ketchup, tomato paste, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard, and salt in a slow cooker, stirring to dissolve brown sugar and salt.
  • Place short ribs into the sauce and stir to coat. Set cooker on Low, cover, and cook for 6hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3165.6, Fat 248.3, SaturatedFat 107.6, Cholesterol 518, Sodium 9522.5, Carbohydrate 128.1, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 118, Protein 104.7

SLOW-COOKER BBQ SHORT RIBS



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Brisket, move over. BBQ-sauced short ribs are here, ready to give you a run for your money in the tender-and-juicy slow-cooker recipe category.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 6h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lb. beef short ribs
1 large onion, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup flour
1 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Yellow Mustard

Steps:

  • Place ribs in Slow Cooker; top with onions, then combined remaining ingredients. Cover with lid.
  • Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours). Remove ribs from Slow Cooker; cover to keep warm.
  • Skim excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce. Stir gently until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 420 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

Tips:

  • Choose short ribs that are meaty and have a good amount of marbling.
  • Season the short ribs generously with salt, pepper, and other spices to enhance their flavor.
  • Sear the short ribs in a hot skillet before slow-cooking to create a flavorful crust.
  • Use a variety of liquids in the slow cooker, such as beef broth, red wine, or barbecue sauce, to add depth and richness to the dish.
  • Add vegetables to the slow cooker along with the short ribs to create a complete meal.
  • Cook the short ribs on low heat for 8-10 hours or on high heat for 4-6 hours, or until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Serve the short ribs with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Slow-cooker plum barbecue short ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a casual meal or a special occasion. The ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and the plum barbecue sauce is sweet, tangy, and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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