Description
Braised short ribs are the epitome of comfort food, enveloping you in rich, savory flavors and tender textures that melt in your mouth. This dish transforms simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience, perfect for cozy nights or special occasions. With minimal effort, you can impress family and friends while enjoying a delightful meal that warms the heart.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in short ribs (2.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sear short ribs until browned on all sides (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in red wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any bits; let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Return short ribs to pot along with beef broth, tomato paste, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover tightly and transfer to the oven; braise for about 3 hours or until tender.
- Let rest for 15 minutes before serving; discard bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 110mg