Short Rib Ragu
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Short Rib Ragu, a slow-cooked masterpiece that transforms tender beef into a flavorful sauce. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy evenings at home. The deep, complex flavors achieved through slow simmering create a robust sauce that pairs exquisitely with your choice of tagliatelle or pappardelle. With minimal active preparation time, you can let the ragu simmer while you attend to other tasks, all while filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Beef short ribs
- 2 tbsp Light olive oil
- 1 cup White onion
- ½ cup Celery
- ½ cup Carrot
- 4 Garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 cup Red apple vinegar
- 1 cup Broth (beef or chicken)
- 1¾ cup Crushed tomatoes
- Herb Bundle (rosemary, thyme, parsley stems)
- Bay leaves
- Kosher salt
- Fresh cracked pepper to taste
- 1 lbs Pasta (Tagliatelle or pappardelle)
- Chopped parsley and grated Parmigiano Reggiano for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Season the short ribs with kosher salt.
- 2. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sear the short ribs until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- 3. Sauté onion, celery, carrot, and garlic in the same pot until softened.
- 4. Stir in tomato paste and seasoning before deglazing with red apple vinegar.
- 5. Return the short ribs to the pot along with broth and crushed tomatoes.
- 6. Add herbs and bay leaves; bring to a simmer and cover slightly ajar for about 2 to 2½ hours until fork-tender.
- 7. Shred meat in the pot and adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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