Short Rib Sliders with Balsamic Cranberry Sauce
These Short Rib Sliders feature tender, slow-cooked beef paired with a tangy balsamic cranberry sauce, perfect for an elegant appetizer or casual dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 sliders
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 12 slider buns
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh arugula or spinach for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Season short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat and brown the short ribs on all sides.
- Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar and brown sugar, stirring to combine.
- Cover the pot and transfer to the oven; braise for 3 hours or until meat is tender.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, simmer cranberries with a splash of balsamic vinegar and a pinch of brown sugar until they burst and form a sauce.
- Shred the cooked short ribs and toss with pan juices.
- Assemble sliders by placing shredded short ribs on buns, topping with balsamic cranberry sauce and a handful of arugula or spinach.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the slider buns before assembling and add a slice of sharp cheddar cheese if desired.