FRENCH BRAISED SHORT RIBS SAUCE – OMG DON’T LOSE THIS RECIPE 🥩✨
These French Braised Short Ribs in a Red Wine Sauce are incredibly tender and flavorful, making them a perfect dish for special occasions or cozy dinners. The rich, savory sauce pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Ingredients:
For the Short Ribs:
4 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
Instructions:
Prepare the Short Ribs:
Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Season the ribs:
Generously season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
Sear the ribs:
In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the short ribs in batches and sear them on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove the ribs and set them aside.
Sauté the Vegetables:
Cook the aromatics:
In the same pot, add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Braise the Short Ribs:
Deglaze the pot:
Pour in the red wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients:
Stir in the beef broth, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaves, and rosemary. Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
Braise in the oven:
Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and falling off the bone.
Serve:
Enjoy:
Remove the Dutch oven from the oven and carefully take out the short ribs. Discard the bay leaves. If desired, you can strain the sauce to remove the vegetables or leave them in for a rustic presentation.
Serve the short ribs with the rich red wine sauce spooned over them. Pair with mashed potatoes, polenta, or crusty bread.
Helpful Tips:
For added depth of flavor, consider marinating the short ribs in red wine and herbs overnight before cooking.
You can also add mushrooms or pearl onions to the braise for extra flavor and texture.
Enjoy your delicious French Braised Short Ribs in a Red Wine Sauce! 🍷🥩✨