Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of these Braised Short Ribs. This classic recipe results in tender, fall-off-the-bone meat steeped in a savory red wine sauce that is perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Short Ribs:
- 3 pounds bone-in beef short ribs
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Braising:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Preheat and Season: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Season short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Sear Ribs: Sear ribs in olive oil until browned. Set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onion, carrots, and celery. Add garlic and tomato paste.
- Deglaze: Pour in red wine, deglaze the pot, then add beef broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
- Braise: Return ribs to pot, cover, and braise in the oven for 2½ to 3 hours.
- Finish: Remove ribs, strain sauce if desired, skim off fat, and serve.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, polenta, or noodles.
- For a thicker sauce, reduce the liquid on the stovetop.
- Flavors develop even more if made a day ahead.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 short rib
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
