May 21, 2026
Pomegranate Molasses Crockpot Short Ribs

Recipe shared by Shannon Sarna | The Nosher

  • Overall Duration:6 hours 30 minutes
  • Servings:4-6

Ingredients

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  • 3½ lb bone-in short ribs
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp dried coriander
  • ½ tsp sweet paprika
  • pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 heaping tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1½ cups chicken, beef, or veal stock
  • 1½ cups red wine
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • â…“ cup pomegranate molasses + additional for serving
  • fresh parsley (optional)
  • pomegranate arils (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine cinnamon, coriander, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Lay the short ribs on a large plate and massage the spice mixture into the ribs, ensuring all sides are coated. If possible, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a few hours.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat a few tablespoons of olive oil. Sear the short ribs until they are browned on all sides, working in batches if necessary.
  4. Once all the ribs are browned, transfer them to the bottom of your slow cooker.
  5. Pour off most of the oil from the pan, leaving about 2-3 tablespoons. Add the diced onion and celery, sautéing until they soften, approximately 4-6 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for a few more minutes. Then, add the tomato paste and continue cooking until it melds with the vegetables.
  6. Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker, along with the stock, wine, soy sauce, and pomegranate molasses. Set the slow cooker to high for 6 hours, ensuring the short ribs are submerged in the liquid.
  7. Once the cooking time is complete, drizzle with extra pomegranate molasses, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and pomegranate seeds, if desired.
  • Preparation Time:30 minutes
  • Cooking Time:6 hours

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