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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Short Rib Sliders

Tender short ribs topped with a tangy balsamic cranberry sauce, nestled in soft buns; perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs short ribs a cut worth swooning over
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar the secret to that tangy kick
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce who knew a jar could hold so much flavor?
  • 1 onion, finely chopped bring on the flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced because garlic makes everything better
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for a little sizzle
  • to taste salt and pepper the seasoning superheroes
  • 6-8 pieces slider buns choose your favorite, buttery ones recommended
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped optional but a great garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper then sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
Cooking
  1. Remove the seared short ribs and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add chopped onions and garlic, stirring for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the balsamic vinegar and cranberry sauce, bringing to a gentle simmer.
  4. Return the short ribs to the pot, cover, and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours, until fork-tender.
  5. Remove the ribs and shred the meat with two forks, discarding excess fat.
Assembly
  1. Assemble sliders by loading buns with shredded short rib and drizzling with balsamic cranberry sauce.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serving
  1. Gather loved ones and enjoy the sliders!

Notes

Skim the fat from the sauce for a lighter flavor. These sliders can be made ahead and reheated. Serve with veggies or salad for picky eaters.