Description
Braised short ribs are a comforting dish that transforms tough cuts of meat into melt-in-your-mouth delicacies. This recipe offers tender, flavorful beef simmered in a savory red wine sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a memorable meal that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in short ribs (about 3 lbs)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; sear on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up brown bits; simmer until reduced by half (5-7 minutes).
- Return short ribs to the pot along with beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to low; cover and braise in the oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours until fork-tender.
- Let rest briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 7 oz (198g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg