Slow Braised Boneless Short Ribs in Tomato Sauce Recipe

by Morgan Peaceman | Nomaste Hungry

“This is home-cooking comfort food at its finest. Any time I can whip out my Dutch oven for a recipe, I know it’s going to be a big hit. Tender, flavorful short rib meat braised in a tomato-based sauce, there’s truly nothing better than this.

Short ribs are one of those types of meats that just tastes incredible in virtually any recipe it calls for, any time of day, any time of year. It’s evergreen, meaning you can have short ribs 365!” – Morgan Peaceman, December 2023 Featured Chef

Slow Braised Boneless Short Ribs in Tomato Sauce

Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 3 hrs 30 min
Total Time: 3 hrs 40 min

US Wellness Meats Shopping List: Boneless Short Ribs

Servings: 6 people

Ingredients:

• 6-8 USWM Boneless Short Ribs
• 1 28oz can crushed tomatoes (or tomato puree measuring out 3 cups of sauce)
• ¼ Cup red wine
• 2 Tbls coconut aminos
• 3 large carrots diced
• 2 large celery stalks diced
• Fresh thyme and oregano
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions:

1. Pat dry the short ribs then season with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, sear the Short Ribs on all sides until browned.
2. To the meat, deglaze the Dutch oven with the Coconut Aminos and red wine.
3. To the pot, add the tomato sauce. Gently mix to incorporate and coat the meat. When pouring the tomato sauce, the liquid should partially cover the meat.
4. Place the fresh herbs on top, add in carrots and celery, then cover the Dutch oven. Simmer on low for 3 – 3.5 hours, occasionally stirring.
5. Bon Appetit!  

We have one word for this recipe: WOW! It’s hard to believe that it’s so easy to make, yet it packs a perfectly balanced combination of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is excellent for spicing up any weeknight or dinner date night for two. If you’re looking for more delicious recipes from our amazing Featured Chefs, be sure to check out our USWM Discover Blog.

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