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Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs Recipe

Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs Recipe

5.3 from 14 reviews

Tender and flavorful Honey Garlic Crockpot Short Ribs are a perfect blend of sweet and savory. This easy-to-make dish is ideal for a comforting family meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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For the Short Ribs:

  • 3 lbs beef short ribs

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For Thickening Sauce:

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Optional Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Prep the Short Ribs

    Pat the short ribs dry with paper towels. Sear them in a hot skillet for extra flavor, if desired.

  2. Make the Sauce

    Whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.

  3. Assemble in Crockpot

    Place short ribs in the crockpot and pour the sauce over them.

  4. Cook Low and Slow

    Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours until tender.

  5. Thicken the Sauce

    Transfer ribs, mix cornstarch with water, add to sauce, and let thicken.

  6. Serve and Garnish

    Coat ribs in sauce, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Sear ribs before cooking for extra flavor
  • Double the sauce for more drizzling
  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for best taste
  • Don’t overcrowd the crockpot
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for added flavor and visual appeal

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Keywords: Honey Garlic Short Ribs, Crockpot Ribs, Easy Ribs Recipe