Balsamic Braised Short Ribs

Name: Balsamic Braised Short Ribs
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 meaty bone-in beef short ribs (about 1.5 pounds); olive oil (for searing); 1 large red onion (cut into big chunks); Salt and pepper (to taste); 1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste; 3-4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced); 1/2 cup good quality balsamic vinegar; 1/2 cup bold red wine (like a cab or red blend); 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or brown sugar; 2 1/2 cups low sodium beef broth; A few dashes Worcestershire sauce (optional); 1 bundle fresh thyme (4-5 sprigs tied together with kitchen twine); 2 bay leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temp.); 1 18 oz tub polenta (cut into ½ in cubes); 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth (plus more if necessary); 1/2 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt and peppers (to taste )

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:2h

Perfectly charred and fork tender beef short ribs in a rich, velvety balsamic red wine sauce and served over creamy, cheesy polenta. This show stopping sophisticated meal is actually surprisingly easy to make and perfect for date night!

Updated at: Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:41:22 GMT