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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef Ribs

Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef Ribs That Melt in Your Mouth

This Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Beef Ribs recipe features tender meat coated in a sweet and savory sauce that will make your taste buds sing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 3-4 pounds Beef Ribs Main protein source, providing rich flavor and texture.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Optional for searing
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Provides sweetness and forms the base of the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Adds umami flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; infuses robust flavor into the sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated; optional for warmth.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Balances sweetness with acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional; adds a nutty aroma.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional; introduces heat.
For Thickening the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mixed with 2 tablespoons water for thickening.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by patting the beef ribs dry with paper towels, then generously season them with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned ribs for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes.
  4. Place the seared or raw beef ribs in the slow cooker, pour the honey garlic sauce generously over them, and secure the lid.
  5. Set the slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
  6. Carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker and pour the remaining sauce into a saucepan over medium heat. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into the sauce.
  7. Coat the beef ribs with the thickened honey garlic sauce and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 25gVitamin A: 30IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.

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