Jul 14 2026
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Braised Short Rib Recipe

Inspired by The Café
Time5h
Serves6

Portabella mushroom ragu sauce, garlic mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts.

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Ingredients

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Braised Short Ribs

Portabella Mushroom Ragu Sauce

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Brussels Sprouts

Method

Braised Short Ribs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    In a large oven-safe pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the ribs and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Vegetables

    In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  3. 3

    Deglaze and Add Liquids

    Pour in the red wine and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Return the short ribs to the pot.

  4. 4

    Braise the Ribs

    Cover the pot and transfer it to the oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours until the ribs are fork-tender.

Portabella Mushroom Ragu Sauce

  1. 5

    Sauté Mushrooms

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced portabella mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until they release their moisture.

  2. 6

    Add Garlic and Tomato Paste

    Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes.

  3. 7

    Simmer the Sauce

    Pour in vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.

  4. 8

    Finish with Parsley

    Stir in chopped parsley and remove from heat.

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

  1. 9

    Boil Potatoes and Garlic

    In a large pot, add quartered potatoes and whole garlic cloves. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

  2. 10

    Mash the Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and garlic. In the same pot, add butter, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Brussels Sprouts

  1. 11

    Prepare Brussels Sprouts

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 12

    Roast the Brussels Sprouts

    Spread Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden brown.

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