Description
Tender beef short ribs braised in a rich sauce of orange, cranberry, ginger, and garlic. A comforting and flavorful main dish perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season short ribs with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown short ribs on all sides, working in batches. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in orange juice, cranberry juice, dried cranberries, soy sauce, brown sugar, orange zest, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits.
- Return short ribs to pot, cover, and transfer to oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, until meat is very tender.
- Remove ribs from pot and skim fat from sauce. If desired, thicken sauce with cornstarch mixture and simmer until thickened. Serve sauce over ribs.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American