Description
Braised Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, featuring melt-in-your-mouth beef simmered in a rich, savory sauce. This decadent dish transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet delight, making it perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners. With tender meat that falls off the bone and a depth of flavor that captivates the senses, Braised Short Ribs will quickly become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs short ribs
- 2 large onions, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup good quality red wine
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Season short ribs with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear short ribs on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions for about 5 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in carrots and celery; cook for an additional five minutes. Pour in red wine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for about 10 minutes until reduced slightly.
- Return short ribs to the pot; add beef broth, thyme, and rosemary until submerged.
- Cover and braise in the oven for about three hours or until fork-tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg