Braised beef short ribs are a delicious and hearty dish that involves slow-cooking the meat until it becomes tender and flavorful. Here’s a basic recipe for braised beef short ribs:
Ingredients:
- 4 pounds beef short ribs, bone-in
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper.
- In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the short ribs on all sides, working in batches if necessary. This step helps enhance the flavor by creating a nice sear on the meat.
- Remove the browned short ribs from the pot and set them aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté the vegetables until they start to soften, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and incorporate any flavorful bits.
- Add the beef broth, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring the liquid to a simmer.
- Return the browned short ribs to the pot, nestling them into the liquid.
- Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise the short ribs for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
- Once done, carefully remove the pot from the oven. Skim off any excess fat from the surface of the braising liquid.
- Discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
- Serve the braised beef short ribs over mashed potatoes, polenta, or your favorite side dish. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Braised beef short ribs are rich and flavorful, making them a perfect comfort food for a special dinner. Adjust the seasoning and ingredients to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy!
