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braised beef short ribs with broccoli

Chinese Five-Spice Beef Short Ribs

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These might be the best short ribs I've made! Tender beef ribs braised in an asian inspired sauce with soy, brown sugar, orange juice and five spice.
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Ingredients
 

  • 4 pounds beef short ribs, bone-in, thawed
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil, or sesame oil

For the braising liquid:

  • 1.5 cups beef broth, low sodium
  • 1 cup red wine, dry
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha, or hot sauce of choice
  • 1 tablespoon five spice powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced (or 1 teaspoon ginger powder)
  • 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted

For serving (optional):

  • green onions, sesame seeds, crushed red pepper flakes

Instructions
 

  • If using the oven, preheat to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Pat the short ribs dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
  • Add oil to a Dutch oven or large stockpot and heat on medium-high heat. When the oil is hot but not smoking, add the seasoned short ribs. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until a light golden-brown crust begins to form. You may need to do this step-in batches.
  • To the pot, add the rest of the ingredients except the butter and the garnish. Bring
  • Transfer the Dutch oven, covered, into the preheated oven. Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  • Make the sauce for serving: Strain the cooking liquid to remove any large bits of fat. I like to use a cheesecloth for this when I have it. Return the strained liquid to the Dutch oven or a saucepan. Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Simmer uncovered over medium heat for 15 minutes until the liquid is thick and reduced to about 1.5 cups. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the reduced sauce over the cooked short ribs and serve warm, garnished with green onions, red pepper flakes and sesame seeds.

Video

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Notes

Crockpot: After searing the short ribs, carefully transfer the beef and braising liquid ingredients to your crockpot. Cook on low for 7-8 hours.
Serving: 1, Calories: 756kcal, Carbohydrates: 16g, Protein: 68g, Fat: 41g, Saturated Fat: 17g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 18g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 203mg, Sodium: 3684mg, Potassium: 1616mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 128IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 90mg, Iron: 10mg
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