Apple Cider Braised Short Ribs for Cozy Comfort Food Nights

Apple Cider Braised Short Ribs are a gluten-free comfort food, delivering tender, juicy, and flavorful ribs perfect for cozy nights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 2 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 2 55

Servings: 4 ribs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Ribs

3 lbs Beef Short Ribs Substitute with pork ribs or chicken thighs if preferred
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for browning the ribs

For the Aromatic Base

1 large Onion Diced
4 cloves Garlic Minced
2 medium Carrots Chopped
2 stalks Celery Chopped

For the Braising Liquid

2 cups Apple Cider Ensure it's gluten-free
3 sprigs Fresh Thyme
1 leaf Bay Leaf

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Gather your ingredients.
Generously season the beef short ribs on all sides with salt and pepper.
In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the short ribs on all sides for about 3-4 minutes each.
Remove the short ribs and sauté diced onion, minced garlic, chopped carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes.
Deglaze the pot with apple cider, scraping the bottom. Add thyme and bay leaf.
Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged in the liquid.
Cover the pot and braise in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours.
Let the short ribs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, allow the ribs to brown thoroughly and rest after cooking to ensure juiciness.

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