Description
Slow Cooker Asian Short Ribs are a delightful comfort food that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas. These tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs are bathed in a rich sauce that combines sweet, savory, and umami flavors. Perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this dish not only impresses with its stunning presentation but also promises an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs bone-in short ribs
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Mince garlic and ginger.
- Optional: Sear the short ribs in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until browned on all sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Place short ribs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over them.
- Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until tender.
- If desired, thicken the remaining sauce by simmering on the stovetop before drizzling over the ribs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg