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Happy Friday Y’all!

Braised beef short ribs, even as I think about preparing them my mouth is watering because I know the end result will be delicious. Beef short ribs are so succulent, juicy, and meaty. What’s the best thing about preparing this delicious dish???? It’s so easy and I can’t help thinking to myself, why I don’t make them more often??? They’re so flavorful and tender and my family absolutely loves them. Whenever I make them I never have any leftovers.

I love these braised beef short ribs over a bed of white rice, or over some creamy buttery mashed potatoes, or with any vegetable. I can honestly say this is one of the best meals that I have ever made and eaten. So let’s get started, because braised beef short ribs are what’s cooking.

As always before we start cooking we need a list of ingredients.

Ingredients

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-1 Onion

-1 teaspoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil

-1/2 teaspoon of Salt

-Pepper

-3-4 tablespoons ofAdobo Seasoning

-2 tablespoons of Unsalted butter

-2 cups of Flour for dredging

-32 oz BeefBroth

Marinating the Short Ribs

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Before, I begin to cook my short ribs I’ve allowed them to marinate for at least 24 hours. You don’t necessarily have to marinate them, this is something that I do. I marinate them with 3 tablespoons ofmeat tenderizer, 1/2teaspoon ofsalt,generous amount of pepper,3-4 tablespoons ofAdobo seasoning,and1tablespoon of extra virgin olive oilto truly enhance the flavor and to tenderize the meat.

Dredging the Ribs

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Once my beef short ribs have finished marinating, I dredge them in about 2 cups offlour. You may need moreflour,but that depends on how many ribs you’re making.

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After the ribs have been dredged, they are ready to be seared.

Searing the Beef Short Ribs

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Now, that I have finished drudging my beef short ribs. I’m going to use 2 tablespoons of butterand2tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil.Ina large sauce pan on high heat, in order to sear them.

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Then, I add my ribs and began to sear them on all sides.

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After the ribs have been seared you will take them out of the pan and set them aside, so you can braise them.

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Making the Gravy

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Next, add2tablespoons of flour to therib drippings left in the pan.

Chopping the Onion

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I decided to use half an onion to add to my short ribs.

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Once I’ve peeled and washed my onion, I began to cut it in half.

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Sautéing the Onion

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Now that your drippings have turned brown, add your onions to sauté.

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You will stir the onions until they become translucent.

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Then, you add the entirebox ofbeef brothto the onions.

Cooking the Braised Short Ribs

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If you prefer a thicker gravy feel free to add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of watermixed together. Add the mixture slowly to the gravy.

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Then, add a lid, let simmer on low heat for an hour or until the meat becomes fork tender.

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Whenever your short ribs are finished, you can place them in a serving dish.

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Fork Tender Braised Short Ribs

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These braised beef short ribs are so tender, they’re literally falling off the bone. All you’ll need is a bed of rice or mashed potatoes, some sweet tea, and dinner is served..Bon Appétit!

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Braised Beef Short Ribs

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Prep Time 1 day d

Cook Time 1 hour hr 30 minutes mins

Cuisine American

Equipment

  • Stove

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons of Meat tenderizer
  • 2 tablespoons of Cornstarch
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 teaspoon of Extra Virgin Olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon of Salt
  • Pepper
  • 3-4 tablespoons of Adobe Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 2 cups of Flour, to dredge, but you may need more depending on how many ribs you have.
  • 1 32 oz box of Beef Broth

Instructions

  • Before, I begin to cook my short ribs I've allowed them to marinate for at least 24 hours. You don't necessarily have to marinate them, this is something that I do. I marinate them with meat tenderizer,salt,pepper, Adobo seasoning,and1tablespoon of olive oilto truly enhance the flavor and to tenderize the meat.

  • Once my beef short ribs have finished marinating, I drudge them in flour.

  • After the ribs have been drudged, they are ready to be seared.

  • Now, that I have finished drudging my beef short ribs. I'm going to use 2 tablespoons of butterand2tablespoons of olive oil.Ina large sauce pan on high heat, in order to sear them.

  • Then, I add my ribs and began to sear them on all sides.

  • After the ribs have been seared you will take them out of the pan and set them aside, so you can braise them.

  • Next, add2tablespoons of flourto therib drippings left in the pan.

  • Once I've peeled and washed my onion, I began to cut it in half.

  • Now that your drippings have turned brown, add your onions to sauté.

  • You will stir the onions until they become translucent.

  • Then, you add the entirebox ofbeef brothto the onions.

  • If you prefer a thicker gravy feel free to add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of watermixed together. Add the mixture slowly to the gravy.

  • Then, add a lid, let simmer on low heat for an hour and half or until the meat becomes fork tender.

  • Whenever your short ribs are finished, you can place them in a serving dish.

Notes

In this recipe you can marinate the beef short ribs overnight for 24 hours. Or you can marinate the same day with any seasoning of your choice.

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FAQs

What is the difference between short ribs and braising ribs? ›

When the rib bone is cut into a 3-to-6-inch (7.6 to 15.2 cm) length, left as a section of meat (a "plate") containing three or four ribs or cut into individual ribs with meat attached, the short rib is known as an "English cut". They may also be known as barbecue ribs, braising ribs, or fancy cut ribs.

Should I braise short ribs covered or uncovered? ›

Cover and cook in the lower third of the oven for 1 1/2 hours, until the meat is tender but not falling apart. Uncover and braise for 45 minutes longer, turning the ribs once or twice, until the sauce is reduced by about half and the meat is very tender.

What is the best way to tenderize beef short ribs? ›

Braising, which is actually slow simmering (after browning in a bit of oil or butter), brings irresistibly tender and boldly flavored results to this meaty cut of beef. Because short ribs require long, slow cooking for tenderness and flavor, braising is the perfect technique for cooking them.

Why are my braised short ribs tough? ›

If they aren't braised long enough, they can be super tough to eat; if they are cooked too long, the meat will just fall apart. The key to preparing short ribs is to cook them until they reach a point that is just before they would fall apart.

Should you sear short ribs before braising? ›

First, brown or sear the ribs at a high temperature then cook them in liquid at a lower temperature for a longer period of time. This is an excellent cooking method for tougher cuts of meat that will become tender after prolonged cooking!

Can you cook braised short ribs too long? ›

Don't Overcook the Beef.

Believe it or not, it is possible to braise short ribs for too long. While you want the short ribs to be fall-apart tender, cooking them too long will result in ribs that are mushy. There's a fine line, but it is there.

How much liquid do you use to braise short ribs? ›

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.

What temp should you braise short ribs at? ›

Arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven, remove the racks above it, and heat to 325°F. Brush each short rib with the oil, then sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Brown the short ribs. Heat a deep, wide Dutch oven or sauté pan over medium-high heat.

Should short ribs be boiled before cooking? ›

The choice is yours, but for best flavor and moist spareribs, boiling is not recommended. Long cooking with low heat accomplishes the same goals of tenderizing and rendering the fat without the loss of flavor or moisture.

Do you have to brown short ribs before cooking? ›

You will need to brown the short ribs before braising. Using a dutch oven or a sauté pan, add the short ribs on one layer and use medium-high heat to brown them. Sear them on each side and let them get a deep brown. Browning is an art form that can take years of practice.

Should short ribs be covered in liquid? ›

Short ribs that are cooked completely submerged in liquid will come out with a thin, watery sauce, while those cooked in just a thin layer of liquid—enough to provide a moist environment under your Dutch oven's lid—will produce a rich, flavorful sauce.

Can you slow cook short ribs too long? ›

Slow cooking is more forgiving than traditional braising in an oven, so it's difficult to overcook short ribs using this method. The longer the ribs cook, the more tender they become. At some point, they can become a bit mushy, but I've pushed the cooking time to 8 hours (on low) and they were still perfect!

How do you thicken short rib braising liquid? ›

To thicken, mix flour and cold water to create a slurry, then slowly whisk into sauce until desired consistency is reached.

Does meat get more tender the longer you braise it? ›

The long, slow cook time helps develop flavor and turn even the toughest meat cuts fork-tender. One of the most popular types of braised beef is pot roast, which is usually a chuck or round roast with added vegetables. Lamb and pork are also delicious when braised.

What does braised short rib mean? ›

Traditionally, beef short ribs are braised. Braising is a combination of dry and moist cooking methods where you sear the meat and then bake the meat in a liquid. It sounds intimidating, but it's actually a very straightforward cooking method and yields delicious results that taste gourmet.

How do you know when short ribs are done braising? ›

Cook at 350°F for 2 hours, then reduce the heat to 325°F and cook for 30 to 45 minutes more. The ribs should be fork-tender and falling off the bone. Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to sit, lid on, for at least 20 minutes before serving.

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