Elevate your keto dining experience with these irresistible Braised Beef Short Ribs, a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for low-carb enthusiasts. This recipe combines succulent, fall-off-the-bone beef short ribs with a rich, aromatic broth infused with garlic, onion, and herbs like thyme and rosemary. Slow-braised in a decadent mixture of beef broth, tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, and bay leaves, these ribs develop deep, robust flavors while remaining keto-friendly and satisfying. Perfectly cooked in a Dutch oven, the tender meat is served drenched in its velvety sauce for a truly comforting meal. With minimal prep and oven-baked simplicity, this recipe is an ideal choice for both special occasions and weeknight dinners.
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Pat the beef short ribs dry with paper towels and season them with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
In a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the short ribs in batches and brown them on all sides, about 8 minutes per batch. Remove the ribs and set them aside.
In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the beef broth, tomato paste, dried thyme, dried rosemary, balsamic vinegar, and the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Return the browned short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid. Add the bay leaves.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the pot with a lid, and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Braise the short ribs in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily falls off the bone.
Remove the pot from the oven and discard the bay leaves. Skim any excess fat from the surface of the sauce.
Serve the braised short ribs hot, with a generous spoonful of the sauce over the top, and enjoy your keto-friendly meal!
Calories |
5009 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 285.5 g | 366% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.8 g | 524% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1216 mg | 405% | |
| Sodium | 18263 mg | 794% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.1 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 192.3 g | ||
| Protein | 340.1 g | 680% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 28.3 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 6266 mg | 133% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.