Description
Braised short ribs are the epitome of comfort food: tender, flavorful, and enveloped in a rich sauce that warms the soul. This dish transforms a simple gathering into a gourmet experience, perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With just a few essential ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; sear until browned on all sides (3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add carrots; stir for a minute before pouring in red wine. Scrape up any browned bits from the pot.
- Return short ribs to the pot; add beef broth and herbs. Bring to a simmer, cover, and braise on low heat for 2-3 hours until tender.
- Strain the cooking liquid to create a sauce; serve over creamy mashed potatoes or polenta.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg