Introduction

Red wine braised beef short ribs are a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender, slow-cooked ribs in a rich red wine sauce. This recipe is simple to prepare, requiring minimal hands-on time while delivering deep, savory flavors perfect for a hearty dinner.

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Ingredients

3 pounds beef short ribs (English cut)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups red wine (such as Pinot Noir)
3 cups beef broth (reduced-sodium)
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1-2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 bay leaves (fresh or dried)
1 thyme sprig (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
1 oregano sprig (or ½ teaspoon dried oregano)
1 rosemary sprig (or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary)
Salt (to taste)
Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350℉ (175℃). Season all sides of the short ribs generously with salt and black pepper.
Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the short ribs and brown on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove the ribs and set aside.
Step 3: Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer.
Step 4: Stir in the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Step 5: Return the short ribs to the pot in a single layer. Add the bay leaves, thyme, oregano, and rosemary sprigs on top. Cover with the lid.
Step 6: Place the covered pot in the lower half of the oven and bake for 2 ½ hours, or until the ribs are fork-tender. Remove the ribs and discard the herb sprigs before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use English cut ribs for best results; they braise evenly and remain tender.
For a thicker sauce, whisk 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour into ½ cup of cooking liquid over medium heat and slowly add more liquid until smooth.
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes, polenta, or crusty bread to soak up the rich sauce.
Substitute thyme, oregano, or rosemary with dried herbs if fresh are not available, adjusting the quantity accordingly.
Try using a dry red wine like Cabernet Sauvignon if Pinot Noir is unavailable.

Storage

Store leftover short ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, cool completely and freeze in a resealable freezer bag for 2-3 months, ideally freezing pieces individually to prevent clumping. When reheating, warm the ribs gently on the stovetop with some of the reserved braising liquid to keep them moist and tender.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use flanken cut ribs instead of English cut?

Flanken cut ribs are cut across the bones and may cook faster but won’t be as tender or develop the same texture as English cut ribs, which are cut parallel to the bone. For this recipe, English cut is preferred for best results.

Do I need to brown the ribs before baking?

Yes, browning the ribs seals in flavor and creates a caramelized crust that enhances the richness of the sauce and the overall taste of the dish.

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This red wine braised beef short ribs recipe features slow-cooked English-cut short ribs in a rich, flavorful red wine and herb-infused sauce that becomes juicy and tender. The ribs develop a caramelized crust while remaining fall-off-the-bone tender, making it a perfect hearty family dinner. Minimal prep and oven baking make this an easy yet impressive dish.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 41 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 46 minutes
Yield: 8 Servings 1x
Category: Main Dishes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Beef and Seasonings

3 pounds Beef Short Ribs (English cut, bone-in)
Salt, to taste
Black Pepper, to taste

For Browning and Braising Liquid

2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1–2 tablespoons Minced Garlic
2 cups Red Wine (Pinot Noir recommended)
3 cups Beef Broth (reduced-sodium)
¼ cup Worcestershire Sauce
1 tablespoon Tomato Paste

Herbs

2 Bay Leaves (fresh or dried)
1 Thyme Sprig or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 Oregano Sprig or ½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 Rosemary Sprig or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (175℃) to prepare for slow braising the short ribs.
Season the Ribs: Generously season all sides of the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper to build flavor.
Brown the Ribs: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the short ribs and brown on all sides, approximately 2 minutes per side. This step seals in flavor and creates a caramelized crust. Remove ribs and set aside.
Sauté Garlic and Deglaze: Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
Add Braising Liquids and Seasonings: Stir in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well to combine the rich braising sauce.
Return Ribs and Add Herbs: Place the browned short ribs back into the pot in a single layer. Top with the bay leaves, thyme, oregano, and rosemary sprigs. Cover the pot with a lid.
Braise in Oven: Place the covered pot in the lower half of the preheated oven and bake for 2 ½ hours. The ribs should become fork-tender and juicy.
Finish and Serve: Remove the pot from the oven, discard fresh herb sprigs, and optionally prepare a sauce by whisking 3 tablespoons of flour into ½ cup of the cooking liquid over medium-high heat until smooth and thickened.

Notes

Use English cut short ribs (cut between bones) for this recipe, not flanken cut.
Reserve any leftover braising liquid to reheat with leftovers for extra moisture and flavor.
Store cooked short ribs in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months.
Reheat on the stovetop in a skillet with leftover braising liquid over medium-low heat to prevent drying out.
Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, creamy polenta, garlic green beans, crispy Brussels sprouts, or crusty bread for a complete meal.

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