Braised Elk Short Ribs Recipe

Name: Braised Elk Short Ribs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Red Wine Reduction; 1 Bottle Red Wine; 1 cup onion, diced; 1 cup carrot, sliced; 1 cup leeks, sliced; 1 cup shallots, thinly sliced; 1 cup mushrooms; 3 sprigs thyme; 3 sprigs parsley; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns; 3 cloves garlic, crushed, skin on; Meat; 2.5 pounds Elk Short Ribs; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; All-purpose flour; Oil; 1 cup Onion, diced; 0.5 cups Carrot, sliced 0.5 inch thick; 1.5 cups leeks, sliced 0.5 inch thick; 2 Garlic cloves, smashed; 2 sprigs Thyme; 2 Bay leaves; 5 cups Elk or beef stock

Servings: persons

Red Wine Reduction
1 Bottle Red Wine
1 cup onion, diced
1 cup carrot, sliced
1 cup leeks, sliced
1 cup shallots, thinly sliced
1 cup mushrooms
3 sprigs thyme
3 sprigs parsley
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
3 cloves garlic, crushed, skin on
Meat
2.5 pounds Elk Short Ribs
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
All-purpose flour
Oil
1 cup Onion, diced
0.5 cups Carrot, sliced 0.5 inch thick
1.5 cups leeks, sliced 0.5 inch thick
2 Garlic cloves, smashed
2 sprigs Thyme
2 Bay leaves
5 cups Elk or beef stock

1
Combine all the ingredients for the red wine reduction in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and allow the liquid to reduce for 45mins.
2
Season the short ribs with salt and pepper and lightly dust with flour. In a heavy skillet heat the oil over high heat until it reaches it's smoke point. Sear the shorts ribs on both sides until golden brown and crusty.
3
Set the short ribs aside. Add the vegetables, thyme and bay leaves to the reduced red wine reduction and toss. Now add the short ribs and the stock. Place the pot into a 325 degree oven for 2hours, until very tender.
4
Transfer the meat to a heatproof container. Strain the braising liquid through a fine sieve and pour over the short ribs. Allow this to sit overnight.
5
To serve, remove any solidified fat from the top of the liquid. Place the elk in a 400 degree oven with a little liquid until warmed through. Meanwhile reduce the remaining braising liquid until it has a sauce consistency. Spoon the sauce over the shorts ribs before serving.

202

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Red Wine Reduction, 1 Bottle Red Wine, 1 cup onion, diced, 1 cup carrot, sliced, and more.

Yes, Braised Elk Short Ribs falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Elk Short Ribs

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