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Braised Short Ribs

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Braised Short Ribs for Cozy Nights

These Braised Short Ribs melt in your mouth, creating a cozy comfort dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 3 pounds Beef Short Ribs bones-in for rich flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 large Yellow Onion diced
  • 2 medium Carrots chopped
For the Cooking Fat
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for browning
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to preference
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
For Thickening and Depth
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour for dusting ribs
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
For the Sauce
  • 1.5 cups Dry Red Wine like Côte du Rhône or Pinot Noir
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Beef Broth
For Aromatics
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by seasoning your beef short ribs generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Dust each rib lightly with all-purpose flour to create a thin coating.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs on all sides for about 3-4 minutes each until browned, then remove them from the pot.
  3. Using the same pot, add diced yellow onion and chopped carrots. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes until tender and the onion is translucent.
  4. Pour in 1 to 1.5 cups of dry red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot. Increase the heat and boil for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Return the seared short ribs to the pot, adding in the low-sodium beef broth, tomato paste, fresh thyme, and fresh rosemary. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  6. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to a preheated oven set at 300°F (150°C). Cook for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is fork-tender.
  7. Remove the short ribs from the oven and let them rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or polenta for a complete meal. Skim off excess fat from sauce if desired for a cleaner flavor.

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