Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cola (preferably sugar-sweetened)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Fresh herbs for garnish (thyme or parsley)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ribs: Season the short ribs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet and brown the ribs on all sides for about 10 minutes to develop flavor.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Deglaze and Simmer: Pour in cola, soy sauce, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine. Transfer everything to a slow cooker or Dutch oven for stovetop cooking.
- Slow Cook the Ribs: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender and falling apart. Check occasionally and add a splash of cola if necessary.
- Finish and Serve: Once cooked, remove ribs and thicken the sauce with a slurry of cornstarch and water if desired. Serve hot with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- Ensure the cola used is sugar-sweetened to enhance flavor.
- For a richer taste, consider adding a splash of bourbon or whiskey during cooking.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size and thickness of the ribs for optimal tenderness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Australian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if soy sauce is gluten-free)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (about 200g)
- Calories: 500 Kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg