Indulge in the delectable flavors of braised short ribs, a classic dish that offers a symphony of rich, tender meat and succulent vegetables. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore two enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of this comforting dish. The first recipe takes you on a traditional route, where succulent short ribs are braised in a flavorful broth infused with aromatic herbs and vegetables, resulting in a fall-off-the-bone tenderness that melts in your mouth. The second recipe introduces an innovative twist, combining the classic braising technique with the vibrant flavors of Asian spices, creating a unique and tantalizing dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Both recipes promise an unforgettable dining experience, perfect for special occasions or cozy family gatherings.
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BRAISED SHORT RIBS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Salt and pepper the ribs, then dredge them in the flour. Set aside.
- In a large Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until completely crispy and all the fat is rendered. Remove the bacon and set aside. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the olive oil to the pan with the bacon fat and raise the heat to high. Brown the ribs on all sides, about 45 seconds per side. Remove the ribs and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add the carrots, shallots and onions to the pan and cook for 2 minutes. Splash in the wine and scrape the bottom of the pan to release all the flavorful bits of glory. Add the broth, 1 teaspoon kosher salt and plenty of freshly ground black pepper and bring to a boil. Taste and add more salt if needed. Add the ribs to the liquid; they should be almost completely submerged. Add the thyme and rosemary sprigs (whole) to the liquid. Finally, add the cooked bacon.
- Put on a lid and transfer to the oven. Cook until the ribs are fork-tender and falling off the bone, 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Remove the pan from the oven and allow to sit for at least 20 minutes with the lid on before serving. At the last minute, skim the fat off the top of the liquid. (You can also refrigerate the mixture, then remove the solid fat from the top.)
- For each serving, arrange 2 ribs on a bed of the grits, spooning a little juice over the top.
- Cook the grits according to the package instructions, adding the salt with the water. Turn off the heat just before the grits are done.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs. To temper the eggs before adding them to the hot grits, throw a couple of spoonfuls of the hot grits into the eggs. Begin stirring immediately and continue stirring until the mixture is well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture into the grits. Stir constantly to incorporate the eggs into the grits. Add the butter and stir until melted. Next, add the cheese and stir until melted. Add the cayenne and garlic and stir well to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings, adding more salt or cayenne if necessary. You could also add more cheese if you think that will bring happiness to your life, but keep in mind that some cheeses increase the salt content more than others.
- Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and pour the grits into the dish. Bake until the grits are hot and bubbly, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. The grits will become firmer as they cool.
BRAISED SHORT RIBS
Steps:
- Season each short rib generously with salt. Coat a pot large enough to accommodate all the meat and vegetables with olive oil and bring to a high heat. Add the short ribs to the pan and brown very well, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Do not overcrowd pan. Cook in batches, if necessary.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- While the short ribs are browning, puree all the vegetables and garlic in the food processor until it forms a coarse paste. When the short ribs are very brown on all sides, remove them from the pan. Drain the fat, coat the bottom of same pan with fresh oil and add the pureed vegetables. Season the vegetables generously with salt and brown until they are very dark and a crud has formed on the bottom of the pan, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Scrape the crud and let it reform. Scrape the crud again and add the tomato paste. Brown the tomato paste for 4 to 5 minutes. Add the wine and scrape the bottom of the pan. Lower the heat if things start to burn. Reduce the mixture by half.
- Return the short ribs to the pan and add 2 cups water or until the water has just about covered the meat. Add the thyme bundle and bay leaves. Cover the pan and place in the preheated oven for 3 hours. Check periodically during the cooking process and add more water, if needed. Turn the ribs over halfway through the cooking time. Remove the lid during the last 20 minutes of cooking to let things get nice and brown and to let the sauce reduce. When done the meat should be very tender but not falling apart. Serve with the braising liquid.
BRAISED SHORT RIBS
This recipe for delicious braised short ribs is from the October 2007 issue of Everyday Food. To make this dish a complete meal, serve it with creamy polenta with thyme.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place flour in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Toss ribs in flour mixture until well coated; shake off excess.
- In a 5- to 8-quart Dutch oven or heavy ovenproof pot, heat oil over medium-high. Cook ribs in two batches, turning until browned on all sides, about 10 minutes per batch; transfer to a plate.
- Add carrots and onions to pot. Cook, stirring and scraping up browned bits, until vegetables are lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add wine, broth, thyme, and tomatoes (breaking them up). Arrange ribs in pot; bring liquid to a boil. Cover, transfer to oven, and cook 1 hour. Reduce heat to 350 degrees; cook until fork-tender (but not falling apart), about 1 hour more.
- Using tongs or a slotted spoon, transfer ribs to a plate. Moisten with cooking liquid; cover with aluminum foil to keep warm. Strain remaining liquid through a fine-mesh sieve (discard solids); return to pot. Bring to a boil; cook until sauce is slightly thickened and reduced to about 2 cups, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve ribs with sauce. (Or return to pot, let cool slightly, cover, and refrigerator up to 1 day.)
BARBEQUE STYLE BRAISED SHORT RIBS
Beef short ribs are a highly flavorful cut; this method of cooking makes the meat so tender you won't need a knife. The thick rich sauce is delicious served with mashed potatoes and the carrots that cook with the ribs.
Provided by Valerie Brunmeier
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rib Recipes
Time 3h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large, heavy, oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, and brown the ribs on all sides, about 5 minutes, working in batches if necessary. Sprinkle ribs with salt and black pepper as they brown. Transfer cooked ribs to paper towels to blot up extra oil.
- Stir the onion rings and carrots into the same pot, and cook and stir until the onions turn translucent and start to brown, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic, and cook until fragrant, about 1 more minute. Mix in tomato sauce, barbeque sauce, and beef broth; bring the sauce to a boil, and simmer for 1 minute to blend flavors. Stir in the browned ribs.
- Cover the pot, and bake in the preheated oven until the rib meat is very tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Turn the ribs occasionally while cooking. Season to taste with salt and black pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 649.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 153.8 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 53.3 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 1520.5 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
OVEN-BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS
Fall-off-the-bone tender, these short ribs get intense flavor from vegetables and fragrant herbs.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 2h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add short ribs; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until browned on all sides.
- In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, combine tomatoes, broth, wine, flour, chili sauce, thyme, marjoram, salt and garlic-pepper blend; mix well. Add browned ribs, carrots and onion; stir gently to mix. (Baking dish will be full.) Cover with foil.
- Bake covered at 325°F. for 2 hours.
- Uncover baking dish, bake an additional 20 to 30 minutes or until ribs are tender and liquid is slightly thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 580 mg, Sugar 8 g
BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS
After not being able to find a recipe for beef short ribs on the internet, I thought I might share this one that I came across many years ago. I have received raves about my short ribs every time I have served them. Try them, I'm sure you will agree! Enjoy!
Provided by Jim Stearns
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rib Recipes
Time 2h55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the 1/2 cup flour, salt and ground black pepper. Roll the ribs in the seasoned flour.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the oil and brown the ribs well on all sides. Pour in 1 cup boiling water, tomatoes, and garlic. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, adding more water if necessary.
- Place the potatoes, onions, and carrots in the pot. Continue to simmer for another 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until all vegetables are tender. Remove the meat and vegetables to a serving platter.
- In a separate small bowl, dissolve 1 1/2 tablespoons flour and 2 tablespoons water for every one cup liquid remaining in the pot. Add this to the pot and stir well until thickened. Pour over meat and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 889.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 137.9 mg, Fat 68.8 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 30.4 g, SaturatedFat 29 g, Sodium 645.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
BRAISED BEEF SHORT RIBS
Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 3h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Heat a roasting pan over high heat with the oil. Sprinkle the ribs with salt and pepper. Add the ribs to the pan, then reduce the heat to medium. Sear on both the top and bottom of the meat, 2 to 3 minutes per side, reserving the pan drippings. After searing the ribs, add the stock, mirepoix, tomato paste, merlot, garlic and the reserved pan drippings to the pan. Tightly cover and cook in the oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Remove the pan from the oven and check the ribs, which should be fork tender. If need be, continue cooking to achieve desired tenderness. Next remove the ribs and reserve the liquid to create sauce.
- Pour the reserved cooking liquid through a strainer, then discard the remaining vegetables. In a saucepan, blend the herbs and liquid over medium-high heat. Reduce the liquid by three-quarters, yielding 3 cups of sauce. Pass the reduced sauce through a strainer, then set aside and keep warm.
- For the potatoes: In a large pot, bring 1 gallon of water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook until softened, 15 to 18 minutes, then drain. Pass the potatoes and butter through a food mill or ricer into a bowl. Next add the salt and pepper, and then blend with a whisk. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if needed.
- To serve, place the mashed potatoes in the center of the plate, top with a short rib, and finish with the warm sauce. Repeat for the remaining short ribs.
Tips:
- Selecting the Right Short Ribs: Choose short ribs that are well-marbled with fat, as this will help them stay moist and flavorful during braising.
- Brown the Ribs Thoroughly: Before braising, brown the short ribs well on all sides in a large pot or Dutch oven. This will help develop a rich, caramelized flavor.
- Use a Good Quality Braising Liquid: The braising liquid is essential for adding flavor and moisture to the short ribs. Use a combination of beef broth, red wine, and aromatic vegetables such as carrots, onions, and celery.
- Braise Low and Slow: Braise the short ribs for at least 2-3 hours, or until the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender. Keep the temperature low and steady to prevent the meat from drying out.
- Enhance the Flavor: Add herbs, spices, and seasonings to the braising liquid to enhance the flavor of the short ribs. Common additions include garlic, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and black peppercorns.
- Serve with a Creamy Sauce: Serve the braised short ribs with a creamy sauce made from the braising liquid, butter, and flour. This will add a rich and velvety texture to the dish.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish the braised short ribs with fresh herbs, such as parsley or chives, before serving. Enjoy the tender and flavorful short ribs with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Braised short ribs are a classic dish that is both comforting and elegant. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that is sure to impress your family and friends. With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can achieve tender, fall-off-the-bone short ribs that are bursting with flavor. Serve them with a creamy sauce and your favorite sides for a truly special dining experience.
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