Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Apple Cider Glaze

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Fall-off-the-bone beef ribs slow-cooked in a sweet-tart apple cider glaze, finished with a hint of mustard. This american-inspired beef ready in about 170 minutes pairs beef short ribs, apple cider, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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: 20 min Cook: 150 min Serves 4 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat 2 lbs beef short ribs dry, then season with salt and pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear ribs for 3 minutes per side until browned. Remove ribs and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 diced onion to the skillet, sauté for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1/2 cup apple cider.
  4. Step 4: Return ribs to skillet, nestling them in the sauce. Cover with foil and roast for 2.5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  5. Step 5: Remove foil, increase oven to 375°F, and broil for 5 minutes to caramelize the glaze. Stir in 1 tbsp Dijon mustard before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Apple Cider Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 170 minutes (20 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Apple Cider 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 beef short ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Apple Cider 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Apple Cider 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 Slow-Roasted Beef Short Ribs with Apple Cider Glaze?

American 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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