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Short Ribs Braised in Tomatoes and Wine

Cozy, slow, and full-proof.
Course Dinner, Main Course
Keyword Braised, Dinner, Main, Mulled Wine, Short Ribs, Tomatoes
Author Alexandra Joy

Ingredients

  • 2.5 lbs Short Ribs
  • 1 Small Onion, halved and thinly sliced into half-moons
  • 3-4 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Cup Beef Stock
  • 1 Cup Blanched and Diced Tomatoes, or canned diced
  • 1/2 Cup Dry Red Wine
  • 2 Large Rosemary Sprigs
  • Salt + Pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  • Heat a 4 quart Dutch Oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add just enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan (about a 1/2 Tbsp).
  • Pat the meat dry and season all sides with salt and pepper.
  • Once the oil is rippling, but not yet smoking, add half of the side ribs to the bottom of the Dutch Oven (it should sizzle vigorously). Leave the meat to brown (about 2-3 minutes) before flipping each piece, and continuing to sear on all sides. Once finished, transfer the meat to a plate or cutting board, wipe the bottom of the Dutch Oven clean, and repeat the process with the second batch. Once finished, wipe the Dutch oven clean one last time and allow it to cool slightly.
  • Return the Dutch Oven to medium heat and add 1 Tbsp of olive oil. Add the the onions and allow to cook, stirring occasionally, until they’re quite soft and slightly translucent (about 4-5 minutes). Add the minced garlic and continue to cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and slightly darker in colour.
  • Add the broth, tomatoes, and wine to the Dutch Oven and bring it to a simmer. Salt and pepper the liquid to taste, but err on the side of caution, as the meat’s surface will play a role in the dishes saltiness (you can always add a little more before serving). Then, add the ribs to the liquid, place the rosemary sprigs over the meat, cover, and cook in the oven for 2 1/2 hours, or until meat is fall-off-the-bone tender.
  • Once finished, remove the ribs from the oven and serve over garlic mashed potatoes, or your favourite side.
  • Enjoy!