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Slow Cooker Asian Short Ribs Recipe

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Tender and flavorful beef short ribs slow-cooked in a savory Asian-inspired sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and a touch of brown sugar. Perfectly braised in a slow cooker, these ribs become melt-in-your-mouth delicious with a rich, thickened sauce, garnished with fresh parsley and sesame seeds for an added burst of flavor and texture.

Ingredients

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Sauce

  • 1/2 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Meat

  • 4 pounds beef short ribs

Thickening & Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together reduced sodium soy sauce, beef broth, brown sugar, minced garlic, freshly grated ginger, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. This creates a flavorful marinade and cooking liquid for the ribs.
  2. Combine Ribs and Sauce: Place the beef short ribs into a 6-quart slow cooker. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the ribs and stir to coat them evenly, ensuring the ribs are well submerged in the sauce for optimal flavor infusion.
  3. Slow Cook the Ribs: Cover the slow cooker and cook the ribs on low heat for 7 to 8 hours or, if short on time, on high heat for 3 to 4 hours. This slow cooking process tenderizes the ribs thoroughly, allowing the meat to become succulent and fall-off-the-bone tender.
  4. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch with 1/4 cup water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker with the ribs, cover again, and cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes. This step thickens the sauce to a luscious consistency, perfect for serving.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Once thickened, serve the short ribs immediately. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley leaves and sprinkle with sesame seeds to add freshness and a subtle crunch, elevating the dish’s appearance and flavor.

Notes

  • For more heat, increase the crushed red pepper flakes or add a few dashes of hot sauce to the sauce mixture before cooking.
  • Be sure to trim any excess fat from the short ribs before cooking to reduce grease in the final dish.
  • This recipe can be made a day ahead; flavors deepen after resting, and reheating gently on the stovetop gives great results.
  • If you do not have cornstarch, you can substitute with arrowroot powder or flour, but cornstarch provides the best glossy finish.
  • Serve over steamed rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the flavorful sauce.

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