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Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs

Savory Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs for Cozy Dinners

A comforting dish of tender Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Braise
  • 4 pounds Beef Short Ribs or substitute with chuck roast
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
  • 1 large Onion
  • 2 medium Carrots
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 cups Red Wine quality wine recommended
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Season the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper, then sear in a large Dutch oven with olive oil for 8-10 minutes until browned.
  3. Sauté chopped onion, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes, then add minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 2 cups of red wine and deglaze the pot, simmer for 5 minutes to concentrate flavors.
  5. Stir in beef broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar.
  6. Return the ribs to the pot, cover, and bake for 2.5-3 hours until fork-tender.
  7. Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, skim excess fat, and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

A well-seared short rib ensures a flavorful sauce. This dish can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day.

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