Description
A rich and hearty dish featuring beef short ribs braised in red wine, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ pounds beef short ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Season the short ribs generously with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the ribs and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for another minute. Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add the beef broth, thyme, bay leaves, and the seared short ribs back into the pot. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2 ½ to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
- Once done, remove the pot from the oven. Discard the bay leaves and skim off any excess fat from the surface.
- Serve the short ribs with the braising liquid spooned over the top and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce to the braising liquid.
- Serve the short ribs over creamy mashed potatoes or polenta for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 ½ to 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: N/A