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Cider Braised Short Ribs

A single, tender piece of cider braised short ribs covered in a thick, glossy brown sauce on a white plate.
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Make tender, flavorful beef short ribs using a simple cider braising method, perfect for a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup dry hard apple cider
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Season the short ribs evenly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the short ribs on all sides, working in batches if necessary. Remove the ribs and set them aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the hard apple cider, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let the cider reduce slightly for 2 minutes.
  7. Return the short ribs to the pot. Add the beef broth and the bay leaf. The liquid should mostly cover the ribs; add more broth if needed.
  8. Bring the liquid to a simmer on the stovetop.
  9. Cover the Dutch oven tightly and transfer it to a preheated oven at 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
  10. Braise for 3 to 3.5 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  11. Remove the ribs from the pot. Skim any excess fat from the surface of the braising liquid. If you want a thicker sauce, simmer the liquid on the stovetop until it reduces to your desired consistency to create a rich beef gravy.
  12. Serve the short ribs with the reduced sauce.

Notes

  • Use a dry hard apple cider for the best flavor balance; avoid overly sweet ciders.
  • For slow cooker short ribs cider, transfer browned ribs and liquid to the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours.
  • Serve these savory beef short ribs over mashed potatoes or creamy polenta.

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