Short ribs are an inherently flavorful cut of meat that becomes incredibly tender when cooked slowly. In a slow cooker, this process is made even easier as the ribs braise in a flavorful liquid, infusing them with moisture and deliciousness. The combination of sweet and tangy flavors in this recipe creates a dish that is both satisfying and complex. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this slow cooker sweet and tangy short rib recipe is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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SLOW-COOKER SWEET AND TANGY SHORT RIBS
Apricot preserves and brown sugar balance the zest of chili sauce and ground mustard for a great weeknight meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 9h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add ribs, in batches if necessary; cook 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides.
- Spray 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place onion in cooker. Top with ribs. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 hours.
- In 2-quart saucepan, cook remaining ingredients over low heat 15 to 20 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce has thickened.
- Drain excess liquid from cooker. Pour sauce over ribs. Increase heat setting to High. Cover; cook about 1 hour longer or until meat begins to separate from bones.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 880 mg, Sugar 32 g, TransFat 1 g
SWEET AND SPICY SHORT RIBS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 6h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the flour, brown sugar, chile powder, garlic, thyme, 2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle all over the short ribs and rub into the meat. Arrange the ribs in a single layer in a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle any of the remaining flour mixture on top.
- Whisk the apple butter, mustard, ketchup and cider in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave until very hot, then transfer to the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high, 4 hours.
- Using tongs, turn the ribs in the sauce to coat, then remove to a bowl. Skim off the fat from the sauce (there will be quite a bit), then return the ribs to the sauce and add the carrots and scallions. Cover and cook on high, 2 more hours. Serve with cornbread.
SLOW COOKER SWEET & SPICY THAI-STYLE RIBS
Let your slow cooker do all the work. These sweet and spicy Thai-inspired ribs are perfect for hectic weeknight dinners.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 8h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Sprinkle the ribs all over with salt and pepper. Brush the ribs with 1/2 cup of the Thai Style Sweet & Spicy Chili Cooking Sauce. Transfer to a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker insert. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.
- Preheat the broiler and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Place each rib rack half, bone-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Brush with the remaining cooking sauce. Broil until the glaze is bubbling and browned, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Slice the ribs between the bones. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with cilantro and peanuts. Squeeze lime juice over the ribs.
SWEET ASIAN SHORT RIBS
This is a sweet and savory dish that will have them licking their plates clean. If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix in 1 tablespoon cornstarch into sauce before serving.
Provided by Gun Range Diva
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 6h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place short ribs in the crock of a slow cooker; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine water, preserves, chili sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, onion soup mix, red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, and ginger in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Seal jar and shake until ingredients are well mixed; pour over the ribs, assuring all ribs are covered in sauce.
- Cook on Low until the meat is fork-tender, 6 to 9 hours (or on High for 3 to 6 hours).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1180.3 calories, Carbohydrate 64 g, Cholesterol 186.4 mg, Fat 83.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 35.3 g, Sodium 1631.2 mg, Sugar 53 g
SLOW-COOKER SWEET-AND-SOUR COUNTRY RIBS
Start these ribs in the morning, and they'll be perfectly tender by dinnertime.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 6h15m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In slow cooker, whisk together ketchup, sugar, vinegar, mustard powder, cayenne, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Add ribs to slow cooker, and toss with sauce. Arrange ribs, bone side up, in a single row. Cover; cook on high, 6 hours (or on low, 10 hours).
- Serve ribs drizzled with pan juices and, if desired, barbecue sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 g, Fat 34 g, Protein 23 g
TENDER 'N' TANGY RIBS
These ribs are so simple to prepare! Just brown them in the skillet and then combine them with the sauce ingredients in your slow cooker. Serve them for lunch, or let them cook all day for fall-off-the-bone tenderness. -Denise Hathaway Valasek, Perrysburg, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h15m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the first 9 ingredients in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cut ribs into serving-sized pieces; brown in a skillet in oil. Transfer to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 689 calories, Fat 48g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 1110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 42g protein.
SLOW-COOKER SWEET & SPICY BBQ SHORT RIBS
These falling-off-the-bone-tender beef short ribs are a flavor sensation, with a beyond-delicious simmer liquid that includes mustard, honey and BBQ sauce.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 6h10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients except ribs until blended.
- Place ribs in slow cooker. Pour barbecue sauce mixture over ribs; cover with lid.
- Cook on LOW 6 to 8 hours (or on HIGH 3 to 4 hours). Remove ribs from sauce; cover to keep warm.
- Skim and discard excess fat from sauce; return ribs to sauce. Stir gently until evenly coated with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Carbohydrate 27 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 22 g, Protein 35 g
SPICY SOY GLAZED SHORT RIBS (SLOW COOKER)
The flavor on these ribs is slightly sweet, slightly spicy, and the meat melts in your mouth. Definitely easier than the traditional method of hours long attended cooking. These can be served as an appetizer/party dish (would serve 6) or as an entree (would serve 4). From Secrets of slow cooking.
Provided by Chandra M
Categories Meat
Time 6h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Trim excess fat off ribs.
- In a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ribs on all sides in batches. Transfer browned ribs to an oval slow cooker (for a better fit, but round may be used).
- Deglaze the skillet with 1/2 cup water and pour the resulting liquid over the ribs.
- In a medium bowl combine half of the scallions and all remaining ingredients except the sesame seeds. Stir until the sugar is dissolved, pour over the ribs.
- Cook on the low setting 6 hours or until the meat is tender (some will fall from the bone).
- Toast the sesame seeds in a small skillet until lightly browned. Transfer to a bowl to cool and set aside.
- Serve the ribs with some of the sauce, sprinkle with the sesame seeds and remaining scallions.
SWEET AND SOUR COUNTRY-STYLE RIBS
This recipe is always delicious. It works perfectly for a crowd. We usually serve it with rice.
Provided by Jemaco2
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Rib Recipes Country-Style Ribs
Time 8h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place ribs in slow cooker.
- Mix pineapple with juice, tomato sauce, green bell pepper, onion, brown sugar, cider vinegar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic together in a bowl; pour over the ribs.
- Cook on Low until ribs are cooked through and tender, 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 104.2 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 466.3 mg, Sugar 29.1 g
SLOW-COOKED SWEET AND SAVORY RIBS
Make and share this Slow-Cooked Sweet and Savory Ribs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Pork
Time 9h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place onion rings into a 5-quart slow-cooker.
- Place ribs on top of onions.
- In a small bowl, mix together the barbecue sauce, maple syrup, mustard, salt and pepper; pour over ribs.
- Cover; cook on LOW for 8-9 hours or until the meat is tender.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality short ribs: Look for ribs that are well-marbled with fat, as this will help ensure they stay tender and flavorful during the long cooking process.
- Brown the short ribs before slow cooking: This step will help develop a rich, caramelized flavor in the ribs. You can brown them in a skillet over medium-high heat or in the slow cooker itself on the sauté setting.
- Use a flavorful liquid: The liquid you use to braise the short ribs is important for adding flavor. You can use beef broth, red wine, or even apple cider.
- Add vegetables and herbs: Vegetables and herbs not only add flavor to the dish, but they also help to keep the short ribs moist. Some good options include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, and thyme.
- Cook the short ribs on low heat: This will help ensure they become fall-off-the-bone tender. Cook them for at least 8 hours, or up to 12 hours if you have the time.
Conclusion:
Slow cooker sweet and tangy short ribs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The ribs are braised in a flavorful sauce made with brown sugar, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce, and they are cooked until they are fall-off-the-bone tender. Serve the short ribs with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
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