Description
Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Slowly Braised Beef Short Rib Ragu, a hearty dish perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings. This delicious ragu features tender beef short ribs that have been slow-cooked to perfection, infused with fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs. Whether served over wide pappardelle pasta or creamy polenta, this ragu is sure to impress your guests and warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds English cut beef short ribs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large carrots, diced
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 1 cup dry apple vinegar
- Fresh poultry herb blend (or approx. 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, 4 sprigs fresh sage leaves and 12 sprigs fresh thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
Instructions
- Sear the beef short ribs in olive oil until browned; set aside.
- In the same pot, cook carrots, onion, and celery until caramelized.
- Add garlic and tomato paste; cook briefly.
- Deglaze with apple vinegar and scrape up browned bits.
- Combine the herbs, crushed tomatoes, and broth; return the ribs to the pot.
- Simmer covered for 2½ to 3 hours until tender.
- Shred meat and mix into the sauce; serve over pasta or polenta.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg