Description
Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine & Garlic Mash is a cozy, comforting feast perfect for chilly evenings. Tender short ribs are slowly braised in a rich, savory red wine sauce and served over creamy garlic mashed potatoes.
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 (for a non-alcoholic version)
- 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
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season short ribs with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear ribs on all sides until browned, about 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, and garlic until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
4. Add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
5. Pour in beef broth and red wine (or grape juice), and stir to combine.
6. Add thyme and rosemary, then return ribs to the pot, submerging in the liquid.
7. Cover and braise in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until ribs are fork-tender.
8. Meanwhile, boil peeled and chopped potatoes with garlic until tender, about 20–25 minutes.
9. Drain, then mash with milk and butter until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
10. Transfer ribs to a serving platter, spoon braising liquid over top, and serve with garlic mash.
Notes
For even richer mashed potatoes, add roasted garlic or fresh herbs like chives or parsley.
Leftovers store well in the fridge and often taste even better the next day.
To make this meal alcohol-free, simply replace the red wine with grape juice or extra broth.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 to 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg