Sheryl Dillon
@sherdi
Savory Braised Short Ribs
Indulge in these tender and flavorful braised short ribs, slow-cooked to perfection with a rich sauce made from bacon, onions, and sherry. This comforting dish is perfect for special occasions or a cozy family dinner.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:11
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Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time2 min.
- Total time27 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 4 slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 3 1/2 pounds
- to taste
- to taste
- 6 sprigs, leaves stripped
- 1
- 1, diced
- 3 cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 cup
- 1 quart
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Savory Braised Short Ribs.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C).
Step 2
In a spacious skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until it reaches a delightful golden brown, which should take about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Once crispy, use a slotted spoon to transfer the bacon to a Dutch oven, leaving the flavorful drippings behind.
Step 4
Generously season the short ribs with salt and pepper, ensuring every inch is coated.
Step 5
Raise the skillet heat to high and sear the short ribs in the hot bacon drippings, browning them on all sides for about 3 to 5 minutes per side.
Step 6
After achieving that perfect crust, move the ribs to the Dutch oven and add fresh thyme and a bay leaf for aromatic depth.
Step 7
Lower the heat to medium and toss in the diced onion, cooking it while stirring frequently until it softens and turns golden, roughly 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 8
Add minced garlic and let it cook for an additional 30 seconds, allowing its fragrance to fill the kitchen.
Step 9
Whisk in flour, stirring until the mixture forms a paste and takes on a light golden hue, which should take about 1 to 3 minutes.
Step 10
Pour in dry sherry, cooking until the mixture thickens and becomes hot, around 2 minutes.
Step 11
Transfer this savory onion-sherry blend to the Dutch oven, then pour in beef broth and season with salt.
Step 12
Bring the concoction to a gentle simmer and cover the Dutch oven with its lid.
Step 13
Place the Dutch oven in your preheated oven and let the short ribs braise until they are fork-tender, which will take about 2 hours.
Step 14
Once they are perfectly cooked, remove the short ribs and set them on a serving dish, reserving the luscious sauce in the pot.
Step 15
Return the Dutch oven to high heat and boil the sauce until it reduces and thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
Step 16
Finally, drizzle the rich, reduced sauce over the short ribs before serving, and watch as your guests savor every bite of this comforting dish.