SHORT RIBS BRAISED IN ANCHO CHILE SAUCE

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Categories     Coffee     Beef     Pepper     Braise     Fall     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 dried ancho chiles, stemmed, seeded, and ribs discarded
2 cups boiling-hot water
1 medium onion, quartered
3 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped canned chipotle chiles in adobo plus 2 teaspoons adobo sauce
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon salt
6 lb beef short ribs or flanken
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup brewed coffee

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Soak ancho chiles in boiling-hot water until softened, about 20 minutes, then drain in a colander set over a bowl. Taste soaking liquid: It will be a little bitter, but if unpleasantly so, discard it; otherwise, reserve for braising. Transfer ancho chiles to a blender and purée with onion, garlic, chipotles with sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Pat ribs dry and sprinkle with pepper and remaining 2 teaspoons salt. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then brown ribs in 3 batches, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer as browned to a roasting pan just large enough to hold ribs in 1 layer.
  • Carefully add chile purée to fat remaining in skillet (it will spatter and steam) and cook over moderately low heat, stirring frequently, 5 minutes. Add reserved chile soaking liquid (or 1 1/2 cups water) and coffee and bring to a boil, then pour over ribs (liquid should reach about halfway up sides of meat).
  • Cover roasting pan tightly with foil and braise ribs until very tender, 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Skim fat from pan juices. Serve ribs with pan juices.

Masoom Zabi
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This recipe is a must-try for any short ribs lover.


Noor Mousa
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I've tried many short ribs recipes, but this one is by far the best.


Jocelynn Tapia
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This is my go-to recipe for short ribs. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rodrigo Vieira
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I love this recipe! The ribs are always so tender and juicy.


Elsie Wanjiku
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. The ribs are always a hit.


Caleb Alcerro
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5 stars! This recipe is a winner. The ribs were cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredible.


Tumbale Ndzinge
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This was my first time making short ribs and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Amos Martin
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The ribs are always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


JimmyFOR3
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The ribs were cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Krazzy Doll
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The sauce was a bit too spicy for my taste, but the ribs were still very good. The meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and flavorful. I would recommend this recipe to anyone who loves spicy food.


Poping Shortcake
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I'm not usually a fan of short ribs, but this recipe changed my mind. The ancho chile sauce was amazing and gave the ribs a delicious, smoky flavor. The meat was so tender and juicy, it melted in my mouth. Will definitely be making this again!


Zelalem Lema
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This short ribs recipe is a keeper! The ancho chile sauce is rich, flavorful, and has the perfect amount of heat. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender and incredibly juicy. Served over mashed potatoes, this dish was a hit with my family.