Jul 13 2026
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Braised Short Ribs Recipe

Inspired by Schymik's Kitchen
Time4h
Serves4

Slow-cooked short ribs served with creamy polenta and seasonal vegetables.

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Ingredients

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For the Braised Short Ribs

For the Creamy Polenta

Method

For the Braised Short Ribs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Season the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Sear the Ribs

    In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from the pot and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  4. 4

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add Broth and Herbs

    Return the seared short ribs to the pot, and add the beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer.

  6. 6

    Braise the Ribs

    Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

For the Creamy Polenta

  1. 7

    Boil the Water

    In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tsp of salt.

  2. 8

    Cook the Polenta

    Slowly whisk in the polenta, reducing the heat to low. Cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

  3. 9

    Finish the Polenta

    Stir in the milk, butter, and grated Parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

For Seasonal Vegetables

  1. 10

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the seasonal vegetables into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 11

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the vegetables, season with salt and black pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.

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