Slow Cooker BBQ Beef Short Ribs

Ingredients

* 1.5 kg (3–4 lb) beef short ribs

* 1 cup sugar-free BBQ sauce

* 2 tbsp tomato paste

* 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

* 4 garlic cloves, minced

* 1 tsp smoked paprika

* 1 tsp onion powder

* ½ tsp black pepper

* ½ tsp salt

* 1 tbsp olive oil

* Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Pat the beef short ribs dry with paper towels and season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs for 2–3 minutes per side until browned.

3. In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.

4. Place the seared ribs in a slow cooker and pour the BBQ mixture over them, coating all sides.

5. Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the meat is very tender and nearly falling off the bone.

6. For a caramelized finish like the picture, transfer the ribs to a baking tray, brush with some of the cooking sauce, and broil for 3–5 minutes until slightly charred.

7. Spoon extra sauce over the ribs, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.