Flat Short Ribs Recipe (So Easy, So Delicious!)
This flat short ribs recipe is the ultimate comfort meal—juicy, tender, and packed with flavor. Braised to perfection without wine or beer, it’s easy to make and rich in taste, ideal for cozy dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 3 –4 lbs bone-in flat short ribs
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp smoked paprika optional
- 1 tbsp soy sauce optional
- Kosher salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the flat short ribs dry, season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear short ribs on all sides until browned.
- Remove ribs and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to develop flavor.
- Deglaze the pot with beef broth and balsamic vinegar, scraping up brown bits.
- Return short ribs to the pot, add thyme and bay leaf, and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and transfer the pot to a 325°F oven, braise for 2.5 to 3 hours.
- Ribs are done when fork-tender and meat is pulling away from the bone.
- Let rest for 10–15 minutes in the sauce before serving for maximum flavor.
- Serve your flat short ribs recipe hot with your favorite side dish.
Notes
- Use bone-in short ribs for the most tender texture.
- For a deeper flavor, don’t skip searing the meat before braising.
- Add chopped carrots and celery for a heartier, balanced meal.
- Leftover flat short ribs recipe tastes even better the next day.
- Substitute soy sauce with coconut aminos for gluten-free options.