Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Maple Braised Short Ribs, a dish designed to bring your loved ones together around the dinner table. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe features tender beef ribs slow-braised to perfection, infused with the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup and aromatic herbs. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, you can set it to cook while your home fills with delightful fragrances. Whether for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal, each bite offers a comforting embrace that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 3 pounds bone-in short ribs
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 medium carrot (optional)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons fresh chopped thyme
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups beef stock
Instructions
- Season short ribs with salt and pepper, dust with flour. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; sear ribs until browned on all sides.
- Remove ribs and sauté onions, celery, carrot, garlic, and tomato paste in the same pot until softened.
- Deglaze with apple cider, scraping browned bits from the pot. Stir in thyme and return ribs along with maple syrup and beef stock.
- Cover tightly and braise on low heat or in an oven at 300°F (150°C) for about three hours until fork-tender.
- Serve hot over creamy polenta or mashed potatoes, drizzled with sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 ounces (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg