Coffee Spiced Crock Pot Short Ribs
Recipe: #9190
April 22, 2013
Categories: Ribs - Beef, Short Ribs, Mexican, Southwest, 5-Minute Prep, Easter, July 4th, Labor Day, Potluck, Sunday Dinner, Slow Cooker, Low Carbohydrate, Spices, Beef Dinner, Mexican Dinner, more
"Delicious, but NOTHING fancy or DIFFICULT. Add everything to the crock pot and turn ON. Honestly it is that easy. Now, you could pan sear the ribs first, which do add a nice flavor; but, for this recipe, I don't find that it is necessary. They come out - falling apart tender, and full of flavor. A Mexican flavor for me ... so, what better sides than - yellow rice, spicy potato salad, black beans, slaw, or fruit salad. One Note: Make sure to pick up the ancho chiles - they really make a difference in the recipe. They are available at most grocery stores; or, available at any Ethnic Mexican Market."
Original is 7 servings
Ingredients
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Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (415.5 g)
- Calories 883
- Total Fat - 60.9 g
- Saturated Fat - 23.1 g
- Cholesterol - 193.5 mg
- Sodium - 283 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 20.6 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.4 g
- Sugars - 6.8 g
- Protein - 60.2 g
- Calcium - 59 mg
- Iron - 6.7 mg
- Vitamin C - 2.2 mg
- Thiamin - 0.4 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Ancho Peppers ... Add the peppers to a small bowl and cover with boiling water. Make sure to cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a towel, potholder, etc. Let it set a good 10 minutes until the peppers are soft. Remove from the water and set to the side to cool and drain. Discard the water; then, remove the seeds and ribs.
Step 2
Sauce ... Add the re-hydrated peppers and all the other ingredients to a blender and puree until smooth.
Step 3
Ribs ... Remove the ribs from the refrigerator to take the chill off. You never want to cook with cold proteins - let them come to room temperature. Then, season on each side with salt and pepper, and add to the crock pot. Pour the sauce over the ribs.
Step 4
Crock Pot ... Cover, and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Remember, the new crock pots cook much hotter than the old ones. Mine took 7 hours on low. Just give them a check after 6 hours to see how they are doing. The ribs are done when they are fork tender.
Step 5
Serve and ENJOY! As I said, I love to serve with some yellow rice; maybe some grilled squash, black beans, or even a slaw or potato salad. This is great BBQ, potlock, entertaining food. Easy, but absolutely delicious!!
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- Make sure to pick up ancho chiles - they really make a difference in the recipe. They are available at most grocery stores; or, available at any Ethnic Mexican Market.
- Remove the ribs from the refrigerator to take the chill off. You never want to cook with cold proteins - let them come to room temperature.
- Instead of beef broth, use vegetable broth. This substitution is beneficial because it makes the dish vegetarian-friendly and adds a more complex flavor.
- Instead of ancho chilies, use chipotle peppers. This substitution is beneficial because it adds a smoky flavor to the dish, which complements the coffee flavor.
Curry Spiced Crock Pot Short Ribs Replace the ancho chilies with 1 tablespoon of curry powder and 1 teaspoon of garam masala. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of coriander, and 1 teaspoon of turmeric to the sauce ingredients. Cook as directed.
Asian-Style Slow Cooker Short Ribs Replace the ancho chilies with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar. Add 1 teaspoon of grated ginger and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the sauce ingredients. Cook as directed.
Grilled Squash: Grilled squash is a great accompaniment to Coffee Spiced Crock Pot Short Ribs. The sweetness of the squash complements the smoky, spicy flavor of the ribs. Plus, grilling brings out the natural sweetness of the squash and adds a nice smoky flavor. It's an easy and healthy side dish that will make your meal even more delicious!
Crispy Roasted Potatoes: Crispy roasted potatoes are the perfect side dish to serve with Coffee Spiced Crock Pot Short Ribs. The potatoes are roasted in a blend of herbs and spices, giving them a delicious flavor that pairs perfectly with the smoky, spicy ribs. The potatoes are also nice and crispy, adding a nice texture to the meal. Plus, they are easy to make and a great way to add some healthy carbs to your meal.
FAQ
Q: What type of coffee should I use?
A: For this recipe, I recommend using a dark roast coffee. You could also use espresso or a French press coffee. Avoid using instant coffee for this recipe.
Q: How much coffee should I use?
A: The amount of coffee you use will depend on the strength you prefer. Generally, use 2 tablespoons of ground coffee for every 8 ounces of water. Start with this ratio and adjust it to your taste.
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Fun facts:
Ancho chiles are a type of dried chile peppers that are native to Mexico. It is believed that Christopher Columbus was the first to bring them to the New World in 1492.
The combination of coffee and ancho chiles is a popular one in Mexican cuisine. It was famously used by celebrity chef Rick Bayless in his award-winning cookbook, "Authentic Mexican: Regional Cooking from the Heart of Mexico".