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Braised Short Ribs

Savory Braised Short Ribs for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This savory Braised Short Ribs recipe provides rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, making it the ultimate comfort food.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 4 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in) This main protein provides rich flavor and tender texture through slow cooking.
  • to taste salt Essential seasonings for flavor enhancement; always adjust to taste.
  • to taste pepper Essential seasonings for flavor enhancement; always adjust to taste.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Initializes cooking and helps in browning the meat.
  • 1 onion, chopped Adds sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • 2 carrots, chopped Introduces earthiness to the dish.
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Enhances overall flavor profile.
For the Braising Liquid
  • 2 cups red wine Adds acidity and depth.
  • 4 cups beef broth Provides moisture and umami flavor.
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste Concentrates flavor and acidity.
  • 1 tsp dried thyme Infuses earthy notes into the sauce.
  • 2 bay leaves Adds floral notes.
For Garnishing
  • fresh parsley A touch of color and fresh flavor.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Braised Short Ribs
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the ribs on all sides for about 3–4 minutes per side.
  3. Lower the heat and add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in red wine and scrape up browned bits from the pot. Add beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Simmer to unite flavors before adding back the ribs.
  5. Return the ribs to the Dutch oven, cover, and transfer to the oven. Braise for about 3 hours until fork-tender.
  6. Remove ribs and strain the sauce. Serve the ribs topped with sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 50gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Consider making Braised Short Ribs a day in advance to deepen flavors.

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