Slow Cooker Asian-Inspired Short Ribs
Slow Cooker Asian-Inspired Short Ribs deliver a mouthwatering combination of tender beef and a rich, savory sauce infused with ginger and garlic. This dish transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary feasts, especially when paired with a vibrant slaw that adds a refreshing crunch. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, these short ribs are as impressive as they are easy to make.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Total Time: 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds beef short ribs
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ small head green cabbage, shredded
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the short ribs and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the onion in a skillet over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for an additional minute.
- Transfer the sautéed aromatics to the slow cooker. Place seasoned short ribs on top and drizzle with soy sauce.
- Cook on low for about 8 hours or high for about 4 hours until the ribs are tender.
- Prepare the slaw by mixing cabbage, carrots, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Shred the short ribs in the slow cooker before serving topped with slaw.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari. - Enhance flavor by adding sesame oil or additional veggies like bell peppers.