Description
Create rich, deeply flavored Red Wine Braised Short Ribs perfect for a comforting holiday dinner. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping main course that brings warmth and connection to your table.
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 bottle (750ml) dry red wine (like Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the short ribs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the short ribs on all sides; work in batches if needed. Remove ribs and set aside.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery to the Dutch oven. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add thyme and bay leaf. Pour in the entire bottle of red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a simmer and reduce the wine by about one-third, approximately 10 minutes.
- Return the short ribs to the pot. Add beef broth until the ribs are almost fully submerged.
- Bring the liquid back to a gentle simmer. Cover the Dutch oven and transfer it to a preheated oven at 325 degrees Fahrenheit (160 degrees Celsius).
- Braise for 3 to 4 hours, or until the meat is fork-tender.
- Carefully remove the ribs from the liquid. Skim any excess fat from the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Serve the short ribs over mashed potatoes or polenta with the rich braising liquid spooned over top.
Notes
- Choosing a good quality red wine makes a big difference in the final flavor.
- For a thicker sauce, remove the ribs and simmer the liquid on the stovetop until it reaches your desired consistency.
- This dish tastes even better the next day, making it great for holiday prep.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American/European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Rib and Sauce
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