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Braised Beef Short Ribs

A rich, savory dish that brings warmth and happiness to your kitchen, perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 lbs beef short ribs
  • to taste Salt and black pepper For seasoning
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine Can be substituted with beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the beef short ribs generously with salt and pepper.
Searing
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the short ribs and sear them on all sides until beautifully browned, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove the ribs and set aside.
Sautéing the Vegetables
  1. In the same pot, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped onions and carrots. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes, then add the minced garlic. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Deglazing
  1. Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to release all the tasty brown bits.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, and bay leaf. Return the short ribs to the pot.
Braising
  1. Bring everything to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for about 2-3 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
  2. Alternatively, you can braise in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C).
Serving
  1. Once cooked, carefully remove the ribs from the pot and strain the sauce if desired. Serve the sauce over the ribs for extra flavor.

Notes

Make Ahead: These ribs taste even better the next day. Freezing leftovers is a great option for easy reheating anytime.