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Braised Short Ribs

Heavenly Braised Short Ribs for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

These braised short ribs are the epitome of comfort food, delivering rich flavors and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 4 pieces Beef Short Ribs Choose bone-in for the richest flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil May substitute with vegetable oil.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Aromatic Base
  • 1 large Onion Diced.
  • 2 pieces Carrots Chopped.
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Red Wine Bold wine like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Homemade or low-sodium store-bought.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Or crushed tomatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme May double with fresh thyme.
  • 2 pieces Bay Leaves Essential for flavor.
For Finishing Touches
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Braised Short Ribs
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Gather ingredients and equipment, including a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven.
  2. Season beef short ribs generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in the Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear the ribs for 3-4 minutes on each side until brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Add a splash of red wine, scraping up browned bits. Add beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return the seared ribs to the pot, cover, and braise in the oven for about 3 hours until tender.
  7. Carefully remove ribs from the pot and strain the sauce, skimming off any excess fat. Serve the ribs with sauce, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider making these short ribs a day in advance. The flavor develops overnight, creating an even more comforting dish.

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