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Balsamic Bourbon Short Ribs

Tender, slow-braised beef short ribs simmered in a rich bourbon and balsamic glaze with aromatic herbs and vegetables.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Short Ribs
  • 4 lbs beef short ribs bone-in
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 3 carrots chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
Braising Sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 0.75 cup bourbon
  • 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp thyme or fresh sprigs
  • 1 bay leaf

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Sear short ribs in oil until browned on all sides.
  2. Sauté onions, carrots, and garlic.
  3. Add tomato paste, bourbon, broth, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire, thyme, and bay leaf.
  4. Return ribs to pot and braise covered at 325°F for 2.5–3 hours.
  5. Reduce sauce and serve ribs coated in glaze.

Notes

Even better the next day after refrigeration.