Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZAZA Italian GastrobarBraised Short Rib Recipe

Braised Short Rib Recipe

Time2h 30m
Serves4

Barolo wine sauce, parmesan risotto.

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Ingredients

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Braised Short Ribs

Method

Braised Short Ribs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Season the beef short ribs with salt and black pepper on all sides.

  2. 2

    Brown the Ribs

    In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ribs and sear until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

  4. 4

    Deglaze the Pot

    Pour in Barolo wine, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer and reduce by half, about 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Add Broth and Herbs

    Return the ribs to the pot, add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer.

  6. 6

    Braise the Ribs

    Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Cook for 2-2.5 hours, or until the ribs are tender.

  7. 7

    Rest the Ribs

    Once cooked, remove the ribs and let them rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Parmesan Risotto

  1. 8

    Prepare the Broth

    In a saucepan, heat chicken broth and keep it warm over low heat.

  2. 9

    Sauté Onions and Garlic

    In a separate pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion and garlic, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.

  3. 10

    Add Arborio Rice

    Stir in Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.

  4. 11

    Cook the Risotto

    Add a ladle of warm chicken broth to the rice, stirring frequently until absorbed. Continue adding broth, one ladle at a time, stirring until absorbed, for about 18-20 minutes.

  5. 12

    Finish the Risotto

    Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat and incorporate fresh parsley.

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