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Maple-Bourbon Glazed Short Ribs

Maple-Bourbon Glazed Short Ribs That Melt in Your Mouth

These Maple-Bourbon Glazed Short Ribs offer a melt-in-your-mouth experience with rich flavors, making them a perfect cozy dining option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Ribs
  • 4 pounds Beef Short Ribs Substitute with pork ribs if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Sea Salt Enhances natural flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and complexity.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for searing.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups Beef Stock Consider low-sodium.
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon Whiskey Or apple juice for non-alcoholic version.
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Use real maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Tamari Sauce Gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Can substitute with white wine vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Grain Mustard Or Dijon mustard.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Optional.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Season the ribs with sea salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the ribs for 4 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove ribs, sauté yellow onion for 5 minutes, then add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in beef stock, bourbon, maple syrup, tamari, vinegar, and mustard.
  6. Return the ribs to the pot, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
  7. Cover and braise in the oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
  8. Rest for 10 minutes, skim off excess fat from the sauce.
  9. Serve with sides like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For richer flavor, marinate ribs overnight. Ensure to skim fat after cooking for cleaner sauce. Can also be made in a slow cooker.

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