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Short Rib Ragu

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Short Rib Ragu for Ultimate Comfort

Experience the warmth of Short Rib Ragu, a comforting dish featuring tender short ribs in a rich sauce.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

For the Ragù
  • 2 pounds Beef Short Ribs Bone-in for more flavor; cut into 2" cubes
  • 2 tablespoons Light Olive Oil For searing; avocado oil works well too
  • to taste teaspoon Kosher Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1 medium White Onion Finely diced
  • 1 stalk Celery Finely diced
  • 1 medium Carrot Finely diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Red Wine Use dry varieties
  • 2 cups Broth (Beef or Chicken) Adds moisture and richness
  • 1 14oz can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 1 bundle Herb Bundle (Rosemary, Thyme, Parsley Stems)
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Remove before serving
  • to taste tablespoon Sherry or Red Wine Vinegar
  • 12 ounces Pasta (Tagliatelle or Pappardelle)
  • to taste tablespoon Chopped Parsley For garnish
  • to taste tablespoon Grated Parmigiano Reggiano For garnish

Equipment

  • Heavy Braiser or Dutch Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Short Rib Ragu
  1. Season the beef short ribs generously with kosher salt. Heat light olive oil in a heavy braiser or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear ribs for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Lower heat to medium and add diced onion, celery, and carrot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes until it deepens in color.
  4. Pour in red wine, scraping up browned bits. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced slightly.
  5. Return short ribs to the pot with broth and crushed tomatoes. Add herb bundle and bay leaves, then stir to combine and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours.
  6. Remove bay leaves and herb bundle, then shred short ribs with forks in the pot. Mix the meat into the sauce.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with kosher salt, pepper, and vinegar. Simmer for another 10 minutes.
  8. Prepare pasta according to package instructions. Serve Short Rib Ragù over pasta, garnished with parsley and Parmigiano Reggiano.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Allow the ragù to rest overnight in the fridge to deepen flavors.

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