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Short Rib Ragu Recipe

Short Rib Ragu Recipe
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5 from 24 reviews

This Short Rib Ragu recipe is a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy dinner at home. Tender beef short ribs are braised in a rich tomato and red wine sauce until they are fall-apart tender. Served over pasta with a sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano and fresh parsley, this dish is a true comfort food classic.

Ingredients

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Short Ribs:

  • 2 lbs Beef short ribs (De-boned, cut into 2″ (5cm) cubes)
  • 2 tbsp Light olive oil (or use vegetable or avocado oil)
  • Kosher salt

Sauce:

  • 1 cup White onion (Finely diced)
  • 1/2 cup Celery (Finely diced)
  • 1/2 cup Carrot (Finely diced)
  • 4 Garlic cloves (Finely minced)
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 cup Red wine
  • 1 cup Broth (Beef or chicken)
  • 1 3/4 cup Crushed tomatoes (14oz can)
  • Herb Bundle (Rosemary, thyme, parsley stems)
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 2 tbsp Sherry or red wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste

For serving:

  • 1 lbs Pasta (Tagliatelle or pappardelle)
  • Chopped parsley and grated Parmigiano Reggiano for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the short ribs: Season short ribs with kosher salt on all sides.
  2. Sear the short ribs: In a large braiser or Dutch oven, heat olive oil and sear the short ribs on all sides. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Saute vegetables: In the same pot, saute onion, celery, carrot, and garlic until softened.
  4. Add flavors: Stir in tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cook for a few minutes.
  5. Deglaze: Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up any browned bits.
  6. Braise: Return short ribs to the pot, add broth, crushed tomatoes, herb bundle, and bay leaves. Simmer covered until ribs are tender.
  7. Shred the meat: Remove bones and shred the meat. Adjust seasoning and thickness of the sauce.
  8. Serve: Serve the ragu over cooked pasta, garnished with parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano.

Notes

  • For a richer sauce, you can add a splash of cream at the end.
  • This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to meld together.

Nutrition

Keywords: Short Rib Ragu, Braised Short Ribs, Pasta Recipe, Comfort Food

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