Braised Short Rib Fries Recipe

Name: Braised Short Rib Fries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salsa Fresca; 6 tomatoes (small, diced); 1 yellow onion (small, diced); 2 serrano chilies (small, diced); 1 tablespoon granulated garlic; 1 bunch cilantro (chopped); 1 ounce fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1/2 tablespoon black pepper; Guacamole; 4 avocados, peeled and seeded; 1 yellow onion, diced; 2 tablespoons granulated garlic; 2 jalapenos, chopped; 1 bunch cilantro; 2 ounces lime juice; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 tablespoon coriander; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1/2 tablespoon black pepper; Pepper Jack Beer Cheese Sauce; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 4 diced jalapenos; 1 tablespoon garlic oil; 1 quart half-and-half; 1 tablespoon vegetable stock base; 8 ounces beer; 1 lb monterey jack pepper cheese

Servings: persons

Salsa Fresca
6 tomatoes (small, diced)
1 yellow onion (small, diced)
2 serrano chilies (small, diced)
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
1 bunch cilantro (chopped)
1 ounce fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 tablespoon black pepper
Guacamole
4 avocados, peeled and seeded
1 yellow onion, diced
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 jalapenos, chopped
1 bunch cilantro
2 ounces lime juice
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1/2 tablespoon black pepper
Pepper Jack Beer Cheese Sauce
2 garlic cloves, chopped
4 diced jalapenos
1 tablespoon garlic oil
1 quart half-and-half
1 tablespoon vegetable stock base
8 ounces beer
1 lb monterey jack pepper cheese
1 lb cream cheese, diced
Short Ribs
2 -3 lbs bone-in short ribs
1/4 chili powder
8 ounces california chilies
2 tomatoes, roughly chopped
16 ounces water
6 garlic cloves
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 tablespoons vegetable stock base
2 tablespoons cumin
2 tablespoons coriander
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup salt

1
Salsa Fresca:
2
Mix all ingredients together.
3
Guacamole:
4
Add all ingredients together and blend with mixer. Make sure to store in an airtight container.
5
Cheese Sauce:
6
Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan and add 4 tablespoons of flour (wet sand consistency). Stir occasionally until golden colored and set aside (roux).
7
In a large saucepan, saute garlic and jalapenos with garlic oil. Deglaze with beer and bring to a simmer. Add veggie base and half and half.
8
Bring to a boil and add half of the roux. Stir inches If it is not thick enough after a few minutes add the other half of the roux.
9
Simmer liquid for 5 minutes and take off heat. Add pepper jack and cream cheese. If it is too thick, add a little more half and half. Whisk in until cheeses are completely incorporated (melted).
10
Ribs:
11
Generously cover short ribs with salt, pepper and ancho powder.
12
Grill on high heat for about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
13
Place in a crock-pot and add all remaining ingredients. Simmer on medium heat for about 2 to 3 hours (or until the meat falls of the bone).
14
Place all ingredients in a large stockpot and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 45 minutes. Once meat is tender, remove the bone and shred. Yum.

1335

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 44 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salsa Fresca, 6 tomatoes (small, diced), 1 yellow onion (small, diced), 2 serrano chilies (small, diced), and more.

Yes, Braised Short Rib Fries 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 Short Rib Fries

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