Description
Braised Short Ribs & Lamb Shanks in apple vinegar Herb Sauce is a warm, comforting dish perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe highlights the rich flavors of tender beef and succulent lamb, enhanced by a tangy apple vinegar and aromatic herb sauce. The slow-cooking process ensures that the meat becomes fall-off-the-bone tender, while the blend of fresh herbs fills your kitchen with inviting scents. With just one pot needed, cleanup is a breeze, making this recipe as enjoyable to prepare as it is to savor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 lbs lamb shanks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups apple vinegar
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Instructions
- Season beef short ribs and lamb shanks with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear meat until browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze with apple vinegar, scraping up brown bits from the bottom. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Return meat to pot. Add beef broth, bay leaves, rosemary, and thyme; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours until tender.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 6 oz (170g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg