Wine Braised Short Ribs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
3 hrs 40 mins
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Total Time
4 hrs
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
149 kcal
Wine Braised Short Ribs
Description
Wine Braised Short Ribs begin by seasoning and browning well-trimmed ribs to develop a deep crust that enhances flavor. Vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onion are cooked in the rendered fat, building a savory base. Garlic and tomato paste add depth and slight sweetness. Adding flour thickens the mixture, which is then deglazed with dry red wine and combined with water and herbs for braising.
The ribs cook slowly at low heat until tender, allowing flavors to meld and the meat to become very tender and succulent. The resulting sauce is rich and aromatic, highlighting the interplay of wine, herbs, and caramelized vegetables.
This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, polenta, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. It can be prepared in a Dutch oven, slow cooker, or instant pot, providing versatile options for home cooks. Allowing the sauce to chill then skimming off fat ensures a balanced richness.
For convenience, the ribs can be braised using alternative methods such as slow cooker or instant pot, adapting cooking times accordingly while preserving flavor and tenderness.
Ingredients
- 4 short ribs excess fat trimmed, big, meaty, about 3 lbs total
- salt kosher salt
- black pepper kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 carrot scrubbed (no need to peel), diced, medium
- 1 celery diced, stalk
- 1 onion diced, very large
- 6 cloves garlic finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons flour use a gluten free flour or omit for gf/Paleo
- 1 ½ cups red wine dry
- 2 cups water
- 2 bay leaf
- 1 thyme sub ½ teaspoon dried, large sprig, fresh
Notes
- The recipe can be adapted to a slow cooker by browning meat and vegetables first, then cooking on low for 5 hours until tender.
- To use an instant pot, brown the meat and vegetables, add liquids, and pressure cook on high for 45 minutes with a natural release.
- Chilling the braising liquid allows excess fat to solidify on top and be removed before reheating and serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 149 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 149kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 52mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 158mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2617IU | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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