Short Ribs: Braise Method + Red Wine + Comfort Recipes
Short ribs are the “luxury braise.” They’re rich, meaty, and turn fork-tender with one thing: low-and-slow braising. Sear first for flavor, then let time do the work.
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Cast iron cleanup tip: After searing, wash with a small amount of tallow dish soap, rinse, dry fully, and warm briefly. Start here: Tallow Dish Soap Guide
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What Short Ribs Are Best For
- Comfort dinners: braised short ribs + mashed potatoes
- Shredded beef: tacos, sandwiches, bowls
- Special occasions: “restaurant-style” at home
Dutch Oven Short Ribs (Simple Braise Method)
A simple short ribs braise: sear for flavor, build a broth base, then braise low-and-slow until fork-tender.
Total Time: 210 minutes
Season
Pat dry and season with salt (pepper/garlic optional).
Sear
Sear in hot cast iron/Dutch oven with a little tallow until browned on all sides.
Build the braise
Add onion/garlic. Deglaze with broth (or add wine—see below).
Braise low-and-slow
Cover and cook until the meat is very tender and pulls easily from the bone.
Rest + serve
Rest 10 minutes. Serve with sauce and comfort sides.
Supply:
- Beef short ribs
- Salt
- Optional: pepper, garlic powder
- Cooking tallow
- Onion + garlic
- Broth
Tools:
- Dutch oven or heavy pot
- Tongs
- Fork
Red Wine Option (Easy Upgrade)
Want that classic “braised short ribs” depth? Replace part of your broth with red wine when you deglaze the pot. Then braise until the sauce turns rich and glossy.
How to Know When Short Ribs Are Done
They’re done when they’re effortless. A fork should slide in easily, and the meat should pull apart without resistance. If they’re chewy, they need more time.
Cast Iron Cleanup After Searing (Simple Method)
Soap is fine on cast iron. Rinse, light scrub, then dry completely.
- Rinse warm soon after cooking (when safe).
- Light soap scrub with tallow dish soap.
- Dry completely and warm 30–60 seconds.
Shop dish soap for cast iron cleanup: Lava Luxe · Kitchen Lemon · Tallow Dish Soap Guide
More cast iron help: How to Wash Cast Iron With Soap · Dish Soap FAQ Hub
Short Ribs FAQs
Do I have to sear short ribs before braising?
You don’t have to, but searing adds big flavor and makes the final sauce richer.
Why are my short ribs still chewy?
They need more time. Keep braising low-and-slow until the meat is fork-tender.
Where do I buy short ribs from Blended Pastures?
Beef is sold in person at The Farmstand (cuts rotate). For special delivery/shipping requests, contact us.
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