Coffee-Braised Short Ribs With Ancho Chile Recipe

Name: Coffee-Braised Short Ribs With Ancho Chile
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 5 pounds 1-inch-thick flanken-style short ribs; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large red bell pepper, chopped; 1 large jalapeno, seeded, finely chopped; 6 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chile powder*; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 cups strong freshly brewed coffee (not espresso or dark roast); 1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; Chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
5 pounds 1-inch-thick flanken-style short ribs
1 large onion, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 large jalapeno, seeded, finely chopped
6 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chile powder*
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cups strong freshly brewed coffee (not espresso or dark roast)
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes in juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Chopped fresh cilantro

1
Preheat oven to 300u00b0F. Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Sprinkle short ribs with salt and pepper. Working in batches, add ribs to pot and cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to platter.
2
Add onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeno to drippings in pot. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook until onion is tender, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes. Stir in garlic and saute uncovered 1 minute. Add brown sugar, ancho chile powder, oregano, and cumin; stir 15 seconds. Stir in coffee, tomatoes with juice, and tomato paste. Bring to boil, scraping up browned bits. Return ribs and any juices to pot; bring to boil.
3
Cover and bake until meat is very tender, about 1 hour 45 minutes. Spoon fat from surface of sauce. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and refrigerate. Rewarm, covered, over medium heat before continuing.)
4
Transfer ribs to platter. Spoon sauce over and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
5
*Available in the spice section of most supermarkets and at Latin markets.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 5 pounds 1-inch-thick flanken-style short ribs, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 large red bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Coffee-Braised Short Ribs With Ancho Chile 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.

Coffee-Braised Short Ribs With Ancho Chile

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