Description

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs are a luxurious comfort food that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. Slowly braised in a rich red wine sauce, these tender beef short ribs melt in your mouth and are perfect for impressing guests or indulging on a cozy night in. Serve them over creamy mashed potatoes or buttery polenta to soak up the delicious sauce, making every bite unforgettable.

Ingredients

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3 lbs beef short ribs
2 cups dry red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon recommended)
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 large carrots, chopped
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Season short ribs with salt and pepper and brown on all sides (about 3-4 minutes each). Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté onions and carrots until soft (5-7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
4. Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Return short ribs to the pot and add enough beef broth to cover halfway. Add thyme and bay leaves.
6. Cover and transfer to the oven. Braise for approximately 3 hours until meat is tender.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Category: Main
Method: Braising
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 rib (approx. 250g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: For added flavor depth, consider including mushrooms or dark chocolate during cooking. These short ribs can also be prepared a day in advance; the flavors will improve overnight.