Description
Succulent beef short ribs braised in rich, aromatic spices melt hearts with pure comfort. Hearty Italian-inspired flavors create a luxurious dining experience you’ll savor down to the last delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 4 to 6 bone-in beef short ribs (about 3 pounds or 1.36 kilograms)
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt, to taste
Liquid and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the beef short ribs by generously coating with salt and pepper, creating a robust flavor foundation.
- Activate the Instant Pot’s Saute mode at medium-high heat, introducing oil to create a golden sear across all rib surfaces for 3-4 minutes until rich brown color develops.
- Transfer seared ribs to a holding plate, maintaining their caramelized exterior.
- In the same pot, soften diced onions until translucent, approximately 3-4 minutes, then introduce minced garlic and cook briefly until aromatic.
- Deglaze the pot with beef broth, using a wooden spoon to lift the flavorful browned bits from the bottom.
- Incorporate tomato sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, thyme, bay leaf, and additional black pepper into the liquid mixture.
- Carefully return the seared ribs to the pot, ensuring they are completely submerged in the seasoned liquid.
- Secure the Instant Pot lid, position the valve to Sealing, and pressure cook at high temperature for 45 minutes.
- After cooking completes, allow a natural pressure release for 15 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.
- Extract the ribs and let them rest momentarily while optionally reducing the sauce using Saute mode for enhanced thickness.
- Plate the tender ribs alongside complementary sides like mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables, generously drizzling the rich sauce over the top.
Notes
- Choose bone-in short ribs for maximum flavor and tenderness, as the marrow adds richness to the dish.
- Pat the meat dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect sear and develop a delicious caramelized crust.
- Use low-sodium beef broth to control salt levels and prevent the sauce from becoming too salty.
- For a gluten-free version, replace soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and verify all ingredient labels.
- Create a lighter meal by serving over cauliflower rice or roasted vegetable mash instead of traditional potatoes.
- Allow the meat to rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking to help juices redistribute, ensuring maximum moisture and tenderness.
- Trim excess fat before cooking to reduce greasiness while maintaining the meat’s rich flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg