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Crockpot Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

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These Crockpot Red Wine Braised Short Ribs are melt-in-your-mouth tender, deeply flavorful, and perfect for cozy dinners. Slowly simmered in a rich red wine sauce with garlic, herbs, and smoky paprika, this hearty dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Sear Time 10 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3.5 –4 pounds beef short ribs bone-in
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large carrot peeled & chopped finely
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 bottle dry red wine
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • 6 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Instructions
 

  • Season short ribs with salt & pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Sear ribs in batches for 3–4 minutes/side.
  • Set aside. Spoon off excess fat if needed.
  • Add carrots and onions. Sauté 6–8 minutes until browned.
  • Stir in garlic and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute.
  • Transfer everything to crockpot.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/crockpot-red-wine-braised-short-ribs/

Notes

  • Wine Matters: Choose a dry red wine you’d enjoy drinking—Cabernet, Pinot Noir, or Zinfandel all work beautifully.
  • Make-Ahead Tip: Cook a day in advance and refrigerate. The flavors deepen overnight and the fat is easier to skim when cold.
  • No-Cornstarch Option: You can reduce the sauce on the stovetop instead of thickening it in the crockpot.