Ultimate Asian-Inspired Sweet and Savory Ribs Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 pounds of succulent beef short ribs seasoned with a sprinkle of salt and a dash of ground black pepper for that perfect balance of flavors.
• A generous cup of water to enhance the tenderness of the meat.
• Delightful half a cup of luscious loquat preserves, paired with a tantalizing half a cup of sweet chili sauce.
• A harmony of flavors with a quarter cup each of low-sodium soy sauce, low-sodium Worcestershire sauce, and seasoned rice wine vinegar.
• A touch of sweetness with a quarter cup of golden honey to glaze the ribs to perfection.
• Infuse the dish with depth using an envelope of onion soup mix, while adding a hint of heat with a quarter teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
• Elevate the aroma with a quarter teaspoon each of onion powder and garlic powder.
• A sprinkle of warmth with an eighth teaspoon each of ground cinnamon and ground ginger to round off the exquisite flavors.

Step 1

Lay the short ribs gently in the cozy embrace of your slow cooker, giving them a sprinkle of salt and pepper to awaken their flavors.

Step 2

In a jar with a lid that seals snugly, blend together water, preserves, chili sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, onion soup mix, red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, cinnamon, and ginger. Shake the jar with a dance until all the ingredients mingle harmoniously, then drizzle this savory concoction over the ribs, ensuring each one is enveloped in the luscious sauce.

Step 3

Allow this symphony of flavors to serenade the meat on a Low setting until it reaches that perfect state of tenderness where a gentle nudge of a fork will make it surrender, which usually takes around 6 to 9 hours. For a quicker crescendo, you can turn up the heat to High and savor the results in 3 to 6 hours.