Jul 14 2026
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Braised Short Rib Street Tacos Recipe

Inspired by Pacific Coast Grill
Time3h
Serves5

with fresh onions, cilantro, guacamole, jalapeno salsa & pinto beans

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Toppings

Method

Preparation of Short Ribs

  1. 1

    Season the Ribs

    Pat the beef short ribs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Ribs

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the short ribs and sear them until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the ribs from the pot and set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Aromatics

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions are translucent and fragrant.

  4. 4

    Braise the Ribs

    Return the short ribs to the pot. Add the beef broth, bay leaves, dried thyme, and cumin. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Let it braise for about 2.5 to 3 hours or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

Taco Assembly

  1. 5

    Warm the Tortillas

    While the short ribs are braising, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side or until pliable.

  2. 6

    Shred the Meat

    Once the short ribs are done braising, remove them from the pot and shred the meat using two forks, discarding any bones or excess fat.

  3. 7

    Assemble the Tacos

    Place a generous amount of shredded short rib on each tortilla. Top with chopped fresh cilantro, diced onions, a spoonful of guacamole, and jalapeño salsa. Serve with cooked pinto beans on the side.

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