Loaf Pan Short Ribs
This dish features slow-braised short ribs in a rich sauce.It uses a loaf pan for even cooking and flavor concentration.The texture becomes tender and fall-off-the-bone soft.Additionally, the sauce turns thick and deeply flavorful.It pairs well with mashed potatoes or rice.The recipe requires minimal preparation effort.Overall, it delivers comfort and elegance in one dish.
Ingredients
- 800g beef short ribs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- ½ cup red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 160°C.
- Then, season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Next, heat olive oil in a pan and sear the ribs.
- Brown all sides for a deep flavor base.
- After that, sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery.
- Meanwhile, mix broth, wine, and tomato paste.
- Place ribs and vegetables into a loaf pan.
- Then, pour the liquid mixture over them.
- Cover tightly with foil to trap moisture.
- Bake for about 2.5 hours until tender.
- Finally, remove foil and let the sauce thicken slightly.
Notes
- Use bone-in ribs for better flavor.
- Searing enhances richness significantly.
- Cover tightly to prevent drying.
- Adjust herbs based on preference.
- Skim excess fat from sauce if needed.
- Let ribs rest before serving.
- Use fresh herbs for best aroma.