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Braised Short Ribs

Savory Braised Short Ribs for Ultimate Comfort at Home

This savory braised short ribs recipe offers ultimate comfort with tender beef and a rich sauce, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Beef
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 4 lbs beef short ribs Bone-in recommended for enhanced flavor
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Also can use vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped Adds sweetness and complexity
  • 2 carrots, chopped Can swap with parsnips
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped Fennel can be used as a substitute
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Fresh or jarred is fine
  • 2 cups red wine or beef broth Use additional broth if avoiding alcohol
  • 4 cups beef broth Opt for low-sodium for lighter taste
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste No direct substitutions recommended
  • 1 tsp dried thyme Fresh thyme can be substituted
  • 2 bay leaves Remove before serving
  • Salt and pepper To taste, adjust based on broth
For the Garnish
  • Fresh parsley Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
  2. Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil and sear the ribs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion, carrots, and celery in the same Dutch oven for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic.
  4. Add 2 cups of red wine, scraping the browned bits from the pot. Then add the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves and simmer.
  5. Return the ribs to the pot, cover, and braise in the oven for about 3 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Remove the ribs, strain the sauce, skim excess fat, and serve the ribs drizzled with the smooth sauce, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 50gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Braised short ribs taste better the next day; consider making them in advance for optimal flavor development.

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