Description
Balsamic Bourbon Short Ribs are the ultimate comfort food, featuring succulent beef short ribs simmered in a rich, sweet, and tangy sauce that captivates your senses. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas that draw everyone in. With tender meat that falls off the bone and a flavor profile that balances sweetness with savory depth, these short ribs are sure to impress your guests and become a beloved staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs (bone-in)
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup bourbon
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (stripped from stems)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, season short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onions for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar and bourbon, scraping up any browned bits from the pot. Simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return short ribs to the pot, add beef broth until nearly submerged, then stir in brown sugar and thyme.
- Cover and transfer to the oven; braise for about 3 hours or until fork-tender.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving over mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg