Root Beer-Braised Short Ribs With Sesame Seeds

Name: Root Beer-Braised Short Ribs With Sesame Seeds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup flour; 2 tablespoons oil; 6 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in; 2 celery ribs, sliced; 2 medium onions, peeled and sliced; 2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced (or carrots); 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 12 ounces root beer; 1 ½ cups beef bouillon; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted (optional); 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chunked

Servings: persons

¼ cup flour
2 tablespoons oil
6 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in
2 celery ribs, sliced
2 medium onions, peeled and sliced
2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced (or carrots)
6 garlic cloves, peeled
12 ounces root beer
1 ½ cups beef bouillon
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted (optional)
2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and chunked

1
Heat oven to 300 degrees.
2
Place flour in a gallon-size food-storage bag.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 6- to 8-quart Dutch oven or 12- to 14-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Working in batches, add the ribs to the bag, shake to coat with flour, shake off the excess and brown well on the meaty side, 3 to 5 minutes.
5
Set aside.
6
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the pot.
7
Saute the celery, onions, parsnips and garlic over medium heat until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
8
Add root beer, bouillon, tomato paste, vinegar and bay leaves.
9
Bring to boil, stirring to loosen browned bits on bottom of pan.
10
Return short ribs to Dutch oven, partially submerging them in the liquid.
11
Cover tightly.
12
(If your skillet has no lid, use heavy-duty foil.)
13
Braise in oven 3 hours @ 300 degrees F.
14
If not making ahead, skim as much fat as possible from the liquid.
15
If making a day ahead, refrigerate & remove the hardened layer of fat before reheating.
16
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve.

2508

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

108

Carbs

217

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 6 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in, 2 celery ribs, sliced, and more.

Yes, Root Beer-Braised Short Ribs With Sesame Seeds 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!