Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZingerman's RoadhouseSephardic Short Ribs Recipe

Sephardic Short Ribs Recipe

Time3h 20m
Serves4

Pasture-raised short ribs, braised in orange juice with New Mexico green chilies, apricots, dates and ancho chilies. Served with Carolina Gold rice and garnished with cilantro.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ancho Chilies

    Soak the ancho chilies in hot water for about 20 minutes until soft. Remove seeds and chop.

  2. 2

    Sear the Short Ribs

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and black pepper. Sear the ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Aromatics

    In the same pot, add chopped New Mexico green chilies, chopped ancho chilies, and cook for about 5 minutes until soft. Add the dried apricots and dates, stirring to combine.

  4. 4

    Add Liquid and Braise

    Pour in the orange juice, stirring to deglaze the pot. Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they're submerged in the liquid. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Braise for about 2.5 to 3 hours or until the ribs are tender.

  5. 5

    Cook the Rice

    While the ribs are cooking, prepare the Carolina Gold rice according to package instructions. Usually, it requires rinsing and cooking with water in a 1:2 ratio.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Once the short ribs are tender, serve them over the cooked Carolina Gold rice and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

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