Crock Pot Orange Glazed Short Ribs

Fall-off-the-bone tender and bursting with zesty flavor, Crock Pot Orange Glazed Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist. This easy slow-cooker recipe combines succulent beef short ribs with an irresistibly sticky orange glaze made from fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of ginger. Searing the ribs before slow cooking locks in rich flavor, while the crock pot transforms them into a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece over several hours. The sweet and tangy glaze, thickened to perfection, is the star of the dish, coating the ribs in a glossy finish. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for cozy family dinners or special gatherings, these short ribs are sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:420 mins

Total Time:440 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef short ribs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup orange juice
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup honey
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer the ribs to the crock pot.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and orange zest to create the glaze.

Step 4

Pour the glaze mixture over the short ribs in the crock pot, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 7 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the ribs are tender and easily pull apart with a fork.

Step 6

Once the ribs are cooked, carefully transfer them to a serving platter and cover with foil to keep warm.

Step 7

Pour the liquid from the crock pot into a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the boiling liquid and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Drizzle the thickened orange glaze over the short ribs.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1908.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4213.4

Total Fat 226.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.5g
Cholesterol 911.7mg	0%
Sodium 13530.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 222.2g
Protein 258.9g	0%

Vitamin D 108.9IU	0%
Calcium 429.7mg	0%
Iron 21.8mg	0%
Potassium 4913.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.8%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 26.4%