Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of short ribs braised in a captivating sauce made from coffee, ancho chiles, and a symphony of spices. This delectable dish is a culinary masterpiece that combines the rich, earthy notes of coffee with the smoky heat of ancho chiles, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Braised to perfection, the short ribs become fall-off-the-bone tender, absorbing the flavorful sauce, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and unforgettable. Accompanied by recipes for a refreshing cucumber salad with a tangy dressing and a creamy polenta that provides a smooth and creamy contrast to the robust short ribs, this article offers a complete culinary experience that is sure to impress any food enthusiast.
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SHORT RIBS BRAISED IN COFFEE ANCHO CHILE SAUCE
Make and share this Short Ribs Braised in Coffee Ancho Chile Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PaulaG
Categories Stew
Time 4h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Soak ancho chiles in boiling-hot water until softened, about 20 minutes, then drain in a colander set over a bowl.
- Taste soaking liquid: It will be a little bitter, but if unpleasantly so, discard it; otherwise, reserve for braising.
- Transfer ancho chiles to a blender and purée with onion, garlic, chipotles with sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Pat ribs dry and sprinkle with pepper and remaining 2 teaspoons salt.
- Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown ribs in 3 batches, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes per batch.
- Transfer as browned to a roasting pan just large enough to hold ribs in 1 layer.
- Carefully add chile purée to fat remaining in skillet (use caution, since it will splatter and steam) and cook over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, 5 minutes.
- Add reserved chile soaking liquid (or 1 1/2 cups water) and coffee and bring to a boil, then pour over ribs (liquid should come about halfway up sides of meat).
- Cover roasting pan tightly with foil and braise ribs in middle of oven until very tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours.
- Skim fat from pan juices and serve with ribs.
- Cooks' note: Ribs improve in flavor if braised 2 days ahead.
- Cool, uncovered, then chill, surface covered with parchment paper or wax paper and roasting pan covered with foil.
- Remove any solidified fat before reheating.
ANCHO CHILE GLAZED RIBS
Provided by Aarón Sánchez
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Season racks generously with salt and pepper. Combine oil and seasoning and mix well until a paste forms. Then brush racks with seasoning paste on both sides. On a hot grill or grill pan, cook ribs for 2 minutes on both sides. While ribs are cooking, combine ingredients for braising liquid in large mixing bowl. After ribs have cooked on both sides, place in roasting pan and cover with braising liquid, reserving 1 cup, strained. Cook in 375-degree oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- For the Glaze: In a medium saucepan, heat and cook, onion, garlic, and peppers for 3 minutes. Add vinegar and ancho chilies and reduce by half. Add pineapple and braising liquid. Cook for 10 minutes at medium heat and puree with stock blend until smooth. Remove ribs from oven and finish n a grill or grill pan, cook racks on one side for just a few minutes brushing the other side with the glaze. Repeat twice. Cut ribs off rack and serve.
SHORT RIBS BRAISED IN ANCHO CHILE SAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Soak ancho chiles in boiling-hot water until softened, about 20 minutes, then drain in a colander set over a bowl. Taste soaking liquid: It will be a little bitter, but if unpleasantly so, discard it; otherwise, reserve for braising. Transfer ancho chiles to a blender and purée with onion, garlic, chipotles with sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt.
- Pat ribs dry and sprinkle with pepper and remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown ribs in 3 batches, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer as browned to a roasting pan just large enough to hold ribs in 1 layer.
- Carefully add chile purée to fat remaining in skillet (it will spatter and steam) and cook over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, 5 minutes. Add reserved chile soaking liquid (or 1 1/2 cups water) and coffee and bring to a boil, then pour over ribs (liquid should reach about halfway up sides of meat).
- Cover roasting pan tightly with foil and braise ribs until very tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Skim fat from pan juices. Serve ribs with pan juices.
CHILE-BRAISED SHORT RIBS
Provided by Austin Zimmerman
Categories Beef Braise Passover Beef Rib Kosher for Passover Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Toast chiles in a dry large skillet over medium heat until slightly puffed and lightly darkened on both sides, about 2 minutes. Remove from skillet; let cool. Stem chiles and halve lengthwise; discard seeds. Place in a medium bowl and add boiling water to cover. Let chiles stand until soft, about 20 minutes. Drain.
- Combine chiles, garlic, lemon zest and juice, oil, salt, coriander, and cumin in a blender or food processor; purée until marinade is smooth.
- Toss short ribs and onion with marinade in a shallow baking dish; cover dish and chill ribs overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Transfer onion, short ribs, and marinade to a large heavy pot. Add broth. Bring to a boil on stove-top and cover pot. Transfer to oven and braise ribs for 2 hours.
- Add potatoes, carrots, and tomato paste (keep meat and vegetables submerged); cover and return to oven. Continue braising until meat is fork-tender and separates easily from the bone and vegetables are soft, 50-60 minutes longer.
- Transfer short ribs and vegetables to a large rimmed baking sheet. Cover baking sheet with foil. Strain cooking liquid into a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, skimming fat from surface occasionally, until sauce is reduced to 4 cups, 8-10 minutes. DO AHEAD: Short ribs, vegetables, and sauce can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover sauce. Let sauce and ribs and vegetables stand at room temperature.
- Place covered baking sheet with ribs and vegetables in oven until reheated, about 15 minutes. Stir olives and parsley into sauce and rewarm, stirring occasionally, over medium heat.
- Divide short ribs and vegetables among plates and spoon sauce over.
COFFEE-BRAISED SHORT RIBS
When the leaves start falling, I crave comfort foods like hearty slow-cooked stews and braised meats. I love this recipe because short ribs that cook until tender smell and taste impressive, but are super easy to make.-Melissa Turkington, Camano Islands, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h25m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Sprinkle ribs with 1 teaspoon salt, coriander and pepper. In a large skillet, brown ribs in oil in batches. Using tongs, transfer ribs to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Add potatoes and onion., Add broth to the skillet, stirring to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in garlic and remaining salt; add to slow cooker. Pour coffee over top. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender., Remove ribs and potatoes to a serving platter; keep warm. Strain cooking juices into a small saucepan; skim fat. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in vinegar. Remove from the heat; whisk in butter. Serve with ribs and potatoes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 569mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
CHILE-BRAISED SHORT RIBS
One spoonful of this smoky-spicy guajillo braising liquid and you'll understand just how complex dried chiles can be. When soaked in hot water and blended with aromatics, they create a base so flavorful you don't even need stock.
Provided by Andy Baraghani
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Beef Rib Beef Chile Pepper Squash Braise Soup/Stew Winter Soy Free Peanut Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Tree Nut Free
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Season ribs with salt. Let sit at room temperature 1 hour, or chill, uncovered, up to 12 hours. If chilling, let sit at room temperature 1 hour before cooking.
- Meanwhile, place chiles and 5 cups hot water in a blender and let sit while you prep onion and garlic.
- Heat broiler. Broil onion and garlic on a rimmed baking sheet, undisturbed, until charred on top (don't worry if they get super dark), 8-10 minutes.
- Pop garlic out of their skins and place garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, coriander, cumin, and cinnamon in blender with chiles. Blend until smooth but still speckled with chiles; season purée lightly with salt. Set aside.
- Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a medium heavy pot over medium-high. Working in 2 batches, cook ribs, turning occasionally and reducing heat if needed, until browned all over, 10-12 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate.
- Carefully pour off oil and wipe out pot. Pour remaining 1 Tbsp. oil into pot and place back over medium-high heat. Add tomato paste and cook, stirring often, until tomato paste begins to separate and stick to pot, about 3 minutes. Stir in chile purée. Return ribs to pot and bring liquid to a simmer. Partially cover pot and cook, reducing heat to low to maintain a very gentle simmer, turning ribs occasionally, and skimming any excess fat from surface, until meat is very tender, 3-3 1/2 hours. (If sauce gets thick before meat is done, add water as needed to thin out a bit.)
- Add squash to pot and push down so it's mostly submerged. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, until squash is tender and liquid is thickened and saucy, 18-20 minutes.
- Serve ribs and squash, topped with yogurt and cilantro, with lime wedges.
- Do Ahead: Ribs (without toppings) can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
SHORT RIBS WITH COFFEE AND CHILES
There is hardly a combination of flavors that does not work with short ribs, as long as you braise them. In Alsace, they use leftover coffee as a braising liquid. When you combine that with a couple of types of chiles and a little red wine, the result is an unfamiliar yet old-fashioned dish that seems to please everyone.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories meat, main course
Time 3h
Yield 4 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a heavy pot that can later be covered, drizzle oil. Over medium heat, brown ribs well, adjusting heat as necessary to get a dark crust. Take your time, and season with salt and pepper as they cook. Remove them to a plate and turn heat to low.
- In same pot, cook onions, garlic and chilies, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, about 15 minutes. Add wine and coffee and reduce over high heat by about half. Return ribs to pot, cover, and cook over low heat (or in a 300-degree oven) for 2 to 3 hours. Cook until very tender - beyond when meat falls off the bone - turning every hour or so. Taste and adjust seasoning and serve.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality short ribs: Look for ribs that are well-marbled with fat, as this will help to keep them moist and flavorful during cooking.
- Brown the short ribs well before braising: This will help to develop their flavor and create a rich fond in the pot, which will add depth to the sauce.
- Use a good quality coffee: The coffee used in the braising liquid will impart its flavor to the ribs, so choose a coffee that you enjoy drinking.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different chiles: The ancho chiles used in this recipe provide a mild heat and a slightly smoky flavor. If you like more heat, you can use a different type of chile, such as a guajillo or a pasilla.
- Let the ribs braise for at least 3 hours: This will allow the meat to become fall-off-the-bone tender and the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the ribs with a variety of sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad are all great options.
Conclusion:
Braised short ribs are a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. The coffee and ancho chile sauce adds a unique and flavorful twist to this classic dish. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make this recipe at home and impress your family and friends.
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