Jul 14 2026
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Guajillo Braised Short Rib Recipe

Time4h
Serves4

saffron mashed potatoes, broccolini, Guajillo broth

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Ingredients

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Short Ribs

Saffron Mashed Potatoes

Broccolini

Method

Short Ribs Preparation

  1. 1

    Season and Sear the Short Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Season the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove the short ribs and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare Guajillo Broth

    Soak the guajillo peppers in hot water for about 15 minutes until softened. Remove the stems and seeds, then blend with beef broth until smooth. Add the guajillo broth to the pot with sautéed vegetables, along with bay leaves and thyme.

  4. 4

    Braise the Short Ribs

    Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the broth. Bring to a simmer, then cover and transfer to the preheated oven. Braise for 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.

Saffron Mashed Potatoes Preparation

  1. 5

    Cook the Potatoes

    In a large pot, boil salted water and add the peeled and cubed russet potatoes. Cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes.

  2. 6

    Prepare the Saffron Cream

    While the potatoes are boiling, in a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over low heat. Add the saffron threads and let steep for 5 minutes.

  3. 7

    Mash and Mix

    In the pot with the drained potatoes, add the butter and saffron cream. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Broccolini Preparation

  1. 8

    Sauté the Broccolini

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the trimmed broccolini, season with salt and black pepper, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender but still vibrant green.

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