Short Rib Sliders Recipe
Slow-braised short ribs, smoked bourbon honey BBQ sauce, fried shallots, pickled red onion slaw.
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Ingredients
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Short Ribs
BBQ Sauce
Fried Shallots
Pickled Red Onion Slaw
Sliders
Method
Short Ribs
- 1
Prepare the Short Ribs
Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.
- 2
Sear the Ribs
In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- 3
Braised Short Ribs
In the same pot, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Return the short ribs to the pot, add beef broth, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Braise for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
BBQ Sauce
- 4
Make the BBQ Sauce
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine smoked bourbon, honey, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes until thickened.
Fried Shallots
- 5
Fry the Shallots
In a mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced shallots, flour, and salt. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Dredge shallots in the flour mixture and fry in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Pickled Red Onion Slaw
- 6
Pickle the Onions
In a bowl, mix apple cider vinegar, sugar, and salt until combined. Add sliced red onion and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- 7
Prepare the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine pickled onions, shredded cabbage, and shredded carrots. Toss to combine and set aside.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Sliders
Once the short ribs are done, shred the meat and mix with BBQ sauce. Place a generous amount on each slider bun, top with pickled slaw and fried shallots. Serve immediately.