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Tender Braised Short Ribs

Close-up of tender braised short ribs with a rich sauce, served on a wooden board.
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This recipe yields fork-tender beef short ribs braised in a rich, savory sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Pat the short ribs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until deeply browned. Remove ribs from the pot and set aside.
  4. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Add the minced garlic and tomato paste to the pot and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let the wine simmer and reduce by half.
  7. Return the short ribs to the pot. Add the beef broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaf. The liquid should come about two-thirds of the way up the ribs.
  8. Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cover the pot tightly and transfer it to the preheated oven.
  9. Braise for 3 to 4 hours, or until the short ribs are very tender and easily pull away from the bone.
  10. Remove the short ribs from the pot. Skim any excess fat from the surface of the braising liquid. Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaf.
  11. You can reduce the sauce further on the stovetop if you prefer a thicker consistency. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Return the short ribs to the sauce to warm through before serving.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, you can add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the braising liquid.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, polenta, or your favorite side dish.

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Keywords: braised short ribs, tender beef, slow cooked, comfort food, savory, rich sauce

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