Short Rib Ragu: A Comforting and Indulgent Homemade Delight
A rich and hearty short rib ragu perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Italian
- 2 pounds short ribs
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear them on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the red wine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Cook until the wine has reduced by half.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, thyme, and the short ribs back to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 2.5 to 3 hours until the meat is tender and falling off the bone.
- Remove short ribs and shred the meat, discarding the bones. Stir the meat back into the sauce and cook for another 10 minutes.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a bay leaf during cooking.
- Serve over pasta, polenta, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Short Rib Ragu, comfort food, homemade ragu