Sugar-Free Braised Beef Short Ribs
Indulge in the rich, deep flavors of *Sugar-Free Braised Beef Short Ribs*, a hearty and wholesome comfort food that's perfect for any occasion. This dish highlights tender, fall-off-the-bone beef short ribs slow-cooked to perfection in a savory medley of aromatic vegetables, herbs, and a robust blend of red wine and balsamic vinegar. With no added sugar, it's a healthier alternative that doesn't compromise on flavor, relying on natural ingredients like garlic, onions, and tomatoes to create its rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, serve these short ribs with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to soak up every last drop of the delectable sauce. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, this recipe is as nourishing as it is satisfying. Keywords: sugar-free braised beef short ribs, healthy slow-cooked beef, tender short ribs, sugar-free comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds beef short ribs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 medium carrots, chopped
- 3 medium celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup red wine
- 6 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Season the beef short ribs generously with salt and black pepper.
In a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove ribs and set aside.
In the same pot, add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes, allowing them to blend with the vegetables.
Add beef broth, red wine, thyme sprigs, bay leaves, and rosemary. Stir to combine.
Return the seared short ribs to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid.
Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise the ribs for about 2.5 to 3 hours, until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
Remove the pot from the oven. Take out the short ribs and place them on a serving platter, covered loosely with foil to stay warm.
Skim any excess fat from the surface of the remaining sauce in the pot. Stir in balsamic vinegar.
Optionally, you can simmer the sauce on the stovetop for another 10 minutes to reduce and thicken.
Serve the short ribs with the sauce drizzled over them. Enjoy your wonderfully tender and flavorful sugar-free braised beef short ribs.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 300.9 g | 386% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.2 g | 536% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1216 mg | 405% | |
| Sodium | 17850 mg | 776% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.5 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 214.8 g | ||
| Protein | 345.0 g | 690% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.6 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 835 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 32.2 mg | 179% | |
| Potassium | 8046 mg | 171% | |
*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.
