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Short Ribs Recipes
Short ribs are rich and full of flavor. These recipes show how to cook them until the meat is soft and falling off the bone.
About Short Ribs
Short ribs are meaty beef ribs with a good amount of fat and bone. That makes them rich. Brown them well, then braise slowly in broth, wine-free sauces, or tomatoes with onions and garlic until the meat is very tender.
They differ from steak because they need hours, not minutes. They are richer than stew beef or roast and come with the bone, which adds flavor to the sauce. They make a nice dish for company or a slow weekend.
Questions folks ask
How long do short ribs take to cook?
Most braised recipes take a few hours at low heat, until the meat is very tender.
Do I need to remove the fat?
You can skim extra fat from the sauce after cooking. It is easiest after chilling.
What goes well with short ribs?
Mashed potatoes, rice, polenta, or egg noodles are good with the rich sauce.
Kitchen tips
- Brown the ribs well on all sides first.
- Cook low and slow, covered, until the meat pulls from the bone.
- Chill the sauce and lift off the extra fat before serving.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles to catch the sauce.
- Plan ahead. Braised ribs are often even better the next day.