How to Cook Short Ribs Recipe

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The short ribs are a popular beef cut known for their rich, meaty flavor and tender texture. They can cook in various ways, including in the oven, slow cooker, or grill. In my post, I‘ll show you the best techniques that I found in how to cook short ribs recipe, as well as some delicious seasonings, sauces, and sides.

We lived in Mexico for five years. I was in Ciudad del Carmen, Villahermosa, Veracruz, Mexico DF, Tampico, and Reynosa. I learned typical recipes from each place. That‘s the reason I started cooking short ribs recipe with a fantastic Chile Guajillo sauce that sounds very spicy but actually is not. It is simply majestic and has a very Mexican flavor.

How to Cook Short Ribs Recipe with Chile Guajillo sauce

How to Cook Short Ribs: A Comprehensive Guide

I have prepared a perfect guide for a spectacular Mexican–style short ribs recipe that is a hit. Every time I prepare it people ask me for the recipe. No more, mouth recipe. Finally, I was able to make it for you step by step.

How to Cook Mexican Short Ribs Recipe with beer and Chile Guajillo

This is the perfect meal for Sunday lunch, a special occasion, or when you have guests over and don‘t want to slave away in the kitchen.

How to Cook Short Ribs Recipe. How do you cut them?

The short ribs are typically cut into individual portions. To cut them, use a sharp knife to slice between each bone, creating unique pieces of meat. Consider about two pieces of ribs per person.

Recipe for braised short ribs in a dutch oven cast iron enamel pot with bear and gusanillo peppers
Dutch Oven cast iron enamel with lid

What are the best seasonings for short ribs?

Some of the best seasonings for cooking these short ribs include garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, and cumin. You can also add in vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery for added flavor.

My short ribs recipe has a simple combination of sautéed onion and garlic, and the magic is the fusion with the Chile Guajillo. Another detail in my recipe is the pot. You must use a dutch oven pot, for this recipe.

Beef with bones short Ribs recipe oven with Guajillo peppers

The real trick of my short ribs recipe is simple, but the cooking time in the oven will infuse the full flavor of the dried chili throughout the liquid and meat. Just be careful not to overextend yourself! The smell of my recipe in your house will make you drool!

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How do you cook short ribs in the oven?

My baked short ribs recipe is a classic and very easy way to cook. To make this flavorful cut of meat, start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Season the ribs with all the seasonings that you will find at the end of my post, in my recipe. Then brown them in a hot pan until golden brown on all sides. Add seasonings, such as onion, garlic, and herbs.

Slow Cooker braised Mexican Short Ribs recipe

Transfer the short ribs to the pot to bake and then bake for 2–3 hours. Move the short ribs from time to time so that they are all even. Remove from the oven until meat is tender and falls off the bone.

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How do you make tender my short ribs?

To make tender short ribs, cooking them low and slow is important. Whether you‘re braising them in the oven or slow cooker, be sure to give them enough time to become tender and fall off the bone. You can also try marinating them overnight in a flavorful liquid to help tenderize the meat.

How to cook Oven-Baked beer braised classic Short Ribs recipe

What sides go well with short ribs?

This remarkable short ribs recipe pairs well with a variety of sides. I chose mashed cauliflower. However, you can choose any side dish like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, and creamy polenta. You can also serve them with a side salad or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

How to Cook classic Short Ribs Recipe in dutch oven enameled cast iron pot wit lid with mashed cauliflower

Other preparation suggestions for Short Ribs

Braised Mexican short ribs tacos, Braised short ribs Arepas, slow Cooker short ribs, oven–baked short ribs, instant pot short ribs, slow cooker ribs, red wine short ribs, grilled short ribs.

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I’ll start showing you mine. How to look appetizing my Mexican short ribs with Guajillo pepper sauce. Nothing would make me happier than to see my recipe help you, have a home with God’s eyes, celebrate and succeed when you are a hostess, and receive guests at home. If you make this recipe, please tag me @cooktohost so I can see and share it. And if you liked it, rate it and comment on it.

Slow cooker classic braised short ribs recipe

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How to Cook Short Ribs Recipe

  • Author: Adriana Iturralde
  • Total Time: 4 hrs
  • Yield: 6– 8 person 1x
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 The short ribs are a popular beef cut known for their rich, meaty flavor and tender texture. They can cook in various ways, including in the oven, slow cooker, or grill. In my post, I‘ll show you the best technique that I found in how to cook short ribs recipe, as well as some delicious seasonings, sauces, and sides.

Ingredients

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  • 3 oz of dried Chile Guajillo



  • 6 – 8 lbs of beef short ribs with bone or 2 pieces per person



  • 2 Tablespoon of olive oil



  • 1 tsp of salt



  • 1 tsp of black pepper



  • 1 tbsp of Cumin



  • 1 bottle of beer



Instructions



  1. Preheat oven to 350F



  2. Remove the seeds and strings from all the guajillo peppers. 



  3. Heat a Dutch oven enamel cast iron pot over medium heat until hot, then toast the guajillo peppers in the pan, stirring constantly, until they darken. This will only take about 30–45 seconds. Try not to let them get black, which can make them bitter. Remove to a plate.



  4. Season the ribs with salt and pepper and place them in the hot pot to brown. Do it in parts, all the ribs do not fit in the pot. Remove a plate.



  5. When you have finished browning the ribs. In the same pot, place the onion with the crushed garlic cloves and fry for about 5 minutes or until the onion crystallizes. Don‘t let the garlic burn



  6. Add the chile guajillo back to the pot with the onion, and garlic. Stir well. Add a bottle of Mexican beer. Bring to a simmer for 7 minutes or until everything is softened.



  7. Put the mix in a blender or food processor. Add the cumin, the teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and water. Blending until completely smooth.



  8. Pour the pureed sauce back into your dutch oven pot. Add the ribs and any accumulated juices into the sauce and give it a stir to combine.



  9. Cover the pot and bake in the oven for 2–3 hours, or until the meat is tender and shreds easily. If the bone comes off on its own before this time, it is a sign that your ribs are ready.



  10. You will need to give the pot a stir about once an hour.



  11. Taste the sauce to adjust any of the seasonings. Re–combine the meat and sauce.



  12. The ribs are ready to be served.



  13. I served them on a bed of cauliflower puree.



Equipment

Notes



  • My ribs took 4 hours and half in the oven. However, it can take less time. 



  • If your sauce seems to be getting too thick you can add a bit more beer or water to thin it as it cooks.



  • Use a silicone spatula to scrape the sides of the pan down because the chili sauce has a tendency to burn towards the end of the cooking if it is splattered on the pan.



  • If you can use this recipe in different ways. 



  • Remove the ribs and shred them with two forks and get a casual Mexican Short Ribs Taco with Chile Guajillo Recipe or Short ribs Arepas Mexican Style Recipe. 



  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 1/2
  • Category: Dinner Recipe
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Keywords: Mexican, beef, cinco de mayo, tortillas, short ribs, tacos, arepas, short ribs, Chile, Chile Guajillo, spicy, dinner, lunch,

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