Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine Glaze
A deeply flavorful dish where tender beef ribs melt off the bone, finished with a rich red wine reduction that honors traditional techniques. This french-inspired beef ready in about 210 minutes pairs (1.5 lbs total) beef short ribs, all-purpose flour, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 (1.5 lbs total) beef short ribs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 1 medium, chopped carrot
- 2 stalks, chopped celery
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 2 bay leaf
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat short ribs dry with paper towels, then season generously with flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear ribs in batches for 4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add onion, carrot, and celery to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and tomato paste, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits, and simmer for 3 minutes until reduced by half.
- Step 5: Return ribs to pot, add beef stock, thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, and remaining salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 6: Cover and transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C). Braise for 3 hours until meat is fork-tender and easily separates from bone.
- Step 7: Remove ribs and strain cooking liquid into a saucepan, discarding herbs and solids. Simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until reduced to 1.5 cups and slightly thickened.
- Step 8: Return ribs to sauce, simmer for 5 minutes to absorb flavors, then serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 210 minutes (30 min prep + 180 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Authentic Slow-Cooked Beef Short Ribs with Red Wine Glaze?
French beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
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The flavors in this authentic are incredible.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
