Braised Short Ribs

 

Braised Short Ribs: A Comforting and Flavorful Dish 

Braised short ribs are a classic comfort food that has been enjoyed for generations. This dish is made by cooking beef short ribs slowly in a flavorful liquid until they are tender and falling off the bone. The result is a dish that is rich, hearty, and packed with flavor. In this blog post, we will be sharing a recipe for braised short ribs that you can easily make at home. 

Ingredients: 

• 4 lbs beef short ribs 

• Salt and pepper, to taste 

• 2 tbsp olive oil 

• 2 onions, chopped 

• 3 carrots, chopped 

• 3 celery stalks, chopped 

• 6 garlic cloves, chopped 

• 1 cup beef broth 

• 1 cup red wine 

• 2 tbsp tomato paste 

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 

• 2 bay leaves 

• Fresh thyme sprigs 

• Chopped parsley, for garnish (optional) 

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Instructions: 

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. 
2. Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper. 
3. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef short ribs and brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the short ribs from the pot and set aside. 
4. In the same pot, add the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender. 
5. Add the beef broth, red wine, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and thyme sprigs to the pot. Stir to combine. 
6. Return the beef short ribs to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid. 
7. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer to the oven. Bake for 2-3 hours, or until the beef short ribs are tender and falling off the bone. 
8. Remove the pot from the oven and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. Skim off any excess fat from the surface of the liquid. 
9. Serve the braised short ribs hot, garnished with chopped parsley (optional), and with the vegetables and sauce on the side. 

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Braised short ribs are a perfect dish for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests. The slow cooking process results in tender, juicy meat that is infused with flavor. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce. Give this recipe a try and savor the rich and comforting flavors of braised short ribs.