Ingredients
Beef Short Ribs:
- 2 lbs beef short ribs, cut into 2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt
Sauce:
- 1 cup white onion, diced
- ½ cup celery, diced
- ½ cup carrot, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- 1¾ cups crushed tomatoes
- Herb bundle (rosemary, thyme, parsley stems)
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- Fresh cracked pepper
To Serve:
- 1 lb tagliatelle or pappardelle
- Chopped parsley and grated Parmigiano Reggiano, for garnish
Instructions
- Season and Sear Short Ribs: In a pot, sear short ribs in hot oil until browned. Set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: Sauté onion, celery, carrot, and garlic until soft.
- Add Flavor: Stir in tomato paste, salt, and pepper; cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Simmer: Return ribs to the pot with broth, crushed tomatoes, herb bundle, and bay leaves. Simmer for 2–2½ hours.
- Shred and Serve: Remove bay leaves and herbs, shred the meat, and stir in vinegar. Adjust seasoning and serve over pasta. Garnish with parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano.
Notes
- Shred meat after removing bones and cartilage
- Use boneless or bone-in short ribs based on availability
- Store leftovers for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 540
- Sugar: Approx. 5g
- Sodium: Approx. 800mg
- Fat: Approx. 28g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 22g
- Fiber: Approx. 3g
- Protein: Approx. 45g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 140mg