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Herb Braised Short Ribs

Savory Herb Braised Short Ribs for Comfort Food Bliss

These Herb Braised Short Ribs provide melt-in-your-mouth tenderness, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 3 lbs Bone-in Beef Short Ribs Choose English-style for more meat
  • 1 tbsp Kosher Salt Essential for flavor
  • 1 tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour For coating the ribs
For Searing
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Ideal for searing
  • 4 oz Pancetta Adds rich flavor
For the Aromatic Base
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 2 medium Shallots Diced
For the Braising Liquid
  • 1 cup Dry Red or White Wine Select your favorite
  • 4 cups Beef or Chicken Broth Crucial for flavor
For the Finishing Touch
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Generously season the ribs with kosher salt and black pepper, coat with flour.
  2. In a Dutch oven, cook pancetta over medium heat until crispy, then remove.
  3. Increase heat and sear short ribs in olive oil until browned all sides.
  4. Sauté onions, carrots, and shallots in the Dutch oven until softened.
  5. Deglaze the pot with wine and scrape up any browned bits. Cook briefly.
  6. Add broth and return ribs and pancetta to the pot, ensuring ribs are submerged.
  7. Add thyme and rosemary, cover, and braise in oven at 350°F for 2 hours.
  8. Reduce heat to 325°F and continue to cook for 30-45 minutes.
  9. Let rest covered for 20 minutes before serving, skim off excess fat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or polenta for a perfect meal.

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