Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine Jus

Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine Jus

Ingredients (4 portions):

• 4 beef short ribs

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 onions, chopped

• 3 cloves garlic

• 2 cups red wine

• 2 cups beef stock

• 2 sprigs thyme

Method:

1. Sear ribs until deeply browned. Remove.

2. Sauté vegetables in same pot until caramelized.

3. Deglaze with wine, reduce by half.

4. Add stock & thyme, return ribs. Cover, braise at 300°F for 3 hrs.

5. Strain liquid, reduce to a glossy jus.

Pro Tip: Chill overnight, skim fat, then reheat for service—flavors intensify.

Plating Idea: Place rib over creamy polenta, spoon jus over top, garnish with crispy shallots.