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Balsamic Bourbon Short Ribs

Indulge in tender, savory short ribs braised in a rich balsamic bourbon sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Short Ribs
  • 4 pounds beef short ribs bone-in
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Short Ribs
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.
  3. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Create the Sauce
  1. Remove the short ribs from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add diced onion and garlic, sautéing until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the beef broth, balsamic vinegar, bourbon, and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to combine.
Braise the Ribs
  1. Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the liquid.
  2. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2 to 2.5 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
Finish and Serve
  1. Once cooked, remove the pot from the oven and let the ribs rest for about 10 minutes.
  2. Skim excess fat from the surface of the sauce, then serve the short ribs topped with sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 60gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgSugar: 6g

Notes

For added flavor, you can marinate the short ribs overnight in the balsamic mixture before cooking.

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