Fall Off The Bone Good | Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Non-alcoholic red wine maintains similar flavors without alcohol.

beef short ribs

🥗Healthier: pork ribs

💰Cheaper: chuck roast

Chuck roast is more affordable and can be braised similarly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

Clean the meat thoroughly off camera.

Season short ribs with salt and white pepper.

Heat a heavy bottom skillet and add a thin layer of olive oil.

Sear short ribs on all sides until browned, ensuring not to overcrowd the skillet.

Remove short ribs from the skillet and add carrots and onions; cook until onions are translucent.

Add tomato paste and stir to combine.

Sprinkle flour into the skillet and stir to create a roux.

Pour in red wine and combine well.

Return short ribs to the skillet and bring to a boil.

Add beef stock and cloves of garlic; optionally add a whole head of garlic and rosemary.

Bring to a slight boil, cover with a lid, and transfer to the oven at 400°F for 2.5 to 3 hours.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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