Braised Beef Short Ribs: The Ultimate Comfort Food Delight

Discover the magic of Braised Beef Short Ribs, a hearty dish slow-cooked to perfection, ideal for cozy dinners and gluten-free gatherings.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2 30

Total Time 2 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Comfort Food

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Meat

3 lbs Beef Short Ribs the star of the dish

For the Seasoning

1 tbsp Salt essential for enhancing flavor
1 tbsp Black Pepper freshly ground

For Searing

2 tbsp Olive Oil for searing

For the Base

1 large Onion chopped
1 large Carrot chopped
1 stalk Celery chopped

For Flavor

4 cloves Garlic minced
1 tbsp Tomato Paste

For the Sauce

1 cup Red Wine good-quality dry
4 cups Beef Broth

For Freshness

3 sprigs Fresh Herbs (Rosemary, Thyme, Bay Leaves)

Equipment

Dutch Oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Pat the beef short ribs dry and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the ribs for 3-4 minutes on each side.
Remove the ribs and sauté onion, carrot, and celery for about 5 minutes.
Add garlic and tomato paste, cooking for an additional minute.
Incorporate the red wine and deglaze the pot, simmer for 5 minutes.
Return ribs to the pot, add beef broth to cover, and toss in fresh herbs.
Cover and braise in the oven for 2½ to 3 hours until tender.
Strain the cooking liquid and reduce the sauce over medium heat.
Serve ribs with the sauce and fresh herbs, alongside mashed potatoes or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, ensure ribs are well-seared and allow for extra cooking time if necessary. Store leftovers for up to 3 days.

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