Description
Braised short ribs are the epitome of comfort food, offering tender beef slow-cooked in a rich, savory sauce that melts in your mouth. This dish is perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings, filling your kitchen with tantalizing aromas and leaving a lasting impression on family and friends. With minimal active cooking time and maximum flavor, it’s an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs in batches until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots for about five minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any brown bits; simmer for five minutes.
- Return the short ribs to the pot along with beef broth and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Braise on low heat for three hours or until tender. Serve with sauce drizzled over.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg