Description
Melt-in-your-mouth tender braised short ribs simmered in a rich, flavorful broth served with creamy garlic mashed potatoes — the perfect cozy, comforting dinner.
Ingredients
For the Braised Short Ribs:
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine or grape juice (non-alcoholic option)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
For the Garlic Mash:
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Season short ribs with salt and sear them in olive oil over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and carrots until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for another minute.
- Pour in red wine (or grape juice) and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add beef broth, thyme, and rosemary. Return the short ribs to the pot.
- Cover and braise in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the meat is extremely tender.
- For the mashed potatoes: boil potatoes and garlic until soft. Drain and mash with butter, milk, and salt.
- Serve the braised short ribs over generous scoops of garlic mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Braising is even better when made a day ahead — the flavors deepen beautifully.
- For thicker sauce, simmer uncovered for a few minutes after cooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American