Description
Experience the ultimate comfort with Tender Braised Short Ribs with Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes. This dish features succulent, fall-off-the-bone short ribs simmered in red wine and aromatic herbs, paired perfectly with rich, creamy mashed potatoes infused with garlic. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe promises to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. The combination of flavors and textures creates a memorable meal that feels indulgent yet approachable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs well-marbled short ribs
- 1 cup full-bodied red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 1 large onion
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Prep ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sear seasoned short ribs for 3-4 minutes per side until browned, then set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up browned bits; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return short ribs to the pot with fresh herbs, cover, and braise on low heat for about 3 hours until tender.
- Meanwhile, boil peeled potatoes until fork-tender, drain, and mash with butter and milk until creamy.
- Serve short ribs over a scoop of mashed potatoes, garnished as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (200g) with mashed potatoes
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg