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apple cider short ribs

Apple Cider Glazed Short Ribs Stew

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Dutch oven
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pound short ribs
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 teaspoon thyme leaves fresh
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  • Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the short ribs on all sides until browned, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  • Pour in apple cider, beef broth, soy sauce, and balsamic vinegar, whisking to combine.
  • Return short ribs to the pot, adding thyme and bay leaf.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and transfer to the oven.
  • Cook for about 3 hours, or until the ribs are tender and falling off the bone.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider marinating the short ribs in apple cider and soy sauce overnight. Adjust the seasoning to taste after cooking, as the flavors will concentrate during the long cooking process. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious glaze.
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