Red Wine dinner recipe – Braised Beef Short Ribs

A red wine dinner calls for a flavorful and hearty dish that complements the richness of the wine. One delicious option is “Red Wine-Braised Beef Short Ribs.”

Ingredients:

• 4 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. Season and Sear the Beef Short Ribs:
   • Season the beef short ribs generously with salt and black pepper.
   • In a large oven-safe Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef short ribs and sear them on all sides until they develop a golden-brown crust. This step helps lock in the flavors and juices.
3. Sauté the Vegetables:
   • Remove the seared short ribs from the pot and set them aside. In the same pot, add the diced onion, chopped carrots, and chopped celery. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes or until they start to soften.
4. Add the Wine and Braising Liquid:
   • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
   • Pour in the red wine, beef broth, and tomato paste. Stir to combine and bring the liquid to a simmer.
5. Braise the Short Ribs:
   • Return the seared beef short ribs to the pot. Add the fresh thyme sprigs and bay leaves.
   • Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
   • Braise the short ribs in the oven for about 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily pulls away from the bone.
6. Serve and Garnish:
   • Once the short ribs are fully cooked and tender, remove the pot from the oven.
   • Carefully lift the short ribs out of the braising liquid and arrange them on a serving platter.
   • Skim off any excess fat from the braising liquid and strain it to create a flavorful sauce.
   • Spoon the sauce over the short ribs and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Pour a glass of the same red wine used in the braising liquid to complete your red wine dinner experience. This Red Wine-Braised Beef Short Ribs recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a cozy dinner at home. It goes very well with mashed potatoes.