Dijon-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Thyme

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Fall-apart tender beef short ribs simmered in a fragrant Dijon and thyme sauce, served with roasted root vegetables. This french-inspired one pot ready in about 175 minutes pairs pounds beef short ribs, tablespoons olive oil, large, finely diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 150 min Serves 4 French cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat short ribs dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear ribs in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then transfer to a plate.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the pot. Sauté onion for 3 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Stir in Dijon mustard and thyme, cooking for 30 seconds. Pour in beef broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pot.
  4. Step 4: Return ribs and any accumulated juices to the pot. Add carrots and potatoes, ensuring they're submerged. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low.
  5. Step 5: Braise for 2 hours 30 minutes, or until ribs are fork-tender and meat easily pulls from the bone. Discard thyme stems before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Dijon-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Thyme take to make?

Total time is about 175 minutes (25 min prep + 150 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 Dijon-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Thyme?

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 pounds beef short ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Dijon-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Thyme?

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 Dijon-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Thyme 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 Dijon-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Thyme?

French one pot 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.

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