How to Make Braised Short Ribs | Recipe | Food & Wine

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while providing a similar flavor.

beef short ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are lower in fat and cost less than beef.

Heat canola oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Season short ribs with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.

Sear short ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove short ribs from the pot and set aside.

Add onion, carrots, and celery to the pot; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Pour in dry red wine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

Add chicken stock and thyme; bring to a simmer.

Return short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.

Cover the pot and transfer to the preheated oven.

Braise in the oven until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.

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