Slow-Cooked Short Ribs Wine (Printable Version)

Beef short ribs simmered in red wine for succulent, deeply flavorful, and fork-tender results.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 3 pounds beef short ribs
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 cups dry red wine
05 - 2 cups beef broth
06 - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
07 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Season beef short ribs with salt and black pepper. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, sear the short ribs on all sides until deeply browned. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
02 - In the same pot, reduce heat to medium and add chopped onion. Cook until softened, then stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Pour in red wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, and dried thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer.
04 - Return the browned short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 to 4 hours, or until the meat is tender and pulls easily from the bone.
05 - For a caramelized crust, transfer the cooked ribs to a baking sheet and broil on high for 2 to 3 minutes until edges are crisp.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Cooked low and slow for melt-in-your-mouth tenderness
  • Makes the most of affordable beef cuts without sacrificing flavor
  • Elegant enough for entertaining but simple enough for any weekend
  • Minimal prep and most of the time is hands off
  • The sauce is incredibly savory and perfect for drizzling over creamy mashed potatoes
02 -
  • Packed with protein and iron for a nourishing meal
  • Makes fantastic leftovers the flavor deepens overnight
  • Freezes beautifully so you can stash portions for busy nights
03 -
  • Let the ribs rest for fifteen minutes before serving so the sauce thickens
  • Do not rush browning the ribs This step is what unlocks flavor
  • Skim off extra fat from the sauce after cooking if desired or leave it for even richer results

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