Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs

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Tender beef short ribs slow-braised in a rich red wine sauce infused with aromatics, perfect for a comforting dinner. This French-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 200 minutes, pairs beef short ribs, dry red wine, beef broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, 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: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves 6 French cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat 3 lbs beef short ribs dry and season with 2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and brown the ribs on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove ribs and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced yellow onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until vegetables soften and begin to brown.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 2 tbsp tomato paste, cooking for 2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in 2 cups dry red wine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom, and simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
  4. Step 4: Return short ribs to the pot and add 2 cups beef broth, 3 sprigs fresh thyme, and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours until ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove ribs and strain the sauce if desired. Serve ribs with sauce spooned over top.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs take to make?

Total time is about 200 minutes (20 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 Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs?

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 beef short ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs?

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 Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Red Wine Braised Beef Short Ribs?

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.

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