Description
Apple Cider Braised Short Ribs with Rosemary Mashed Sweet Potatoes is a heartwarming dish that perfectly marries the succulent flavors of tender beef short ribs with the sweet, tangy notes of apple cider. This recipe is ideal for family gatherings or special occasions, offering an impressive yet easy-to-make meal that satisfies everyone at the table. The creamy, fragrant rosemary mashed sweet potatoes provide a delightful contrast to the rich meat, making it not just a meal but an experience to cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs beef short ribs
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh rosemary sprigs (for cooking and garnish)
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes
- Unsalted butter or plant-based alternative
- Milk or non-dairy alternative
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season short ribs with salt and pepper; sear on all sides until browned.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Deglaze with apple cider, scraping up any browned bits. Add beef broth and return short ribs along with rosemary sprigs.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours until the ribs are fork-tender.
- Meanwhile, boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Mash sweet potatoes with butter, milk, rosemary, and salt until smooth.
- Serve short ribs alongside mashed sweet potatoes, garnished with extra rosemary.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg