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In a small bowl, combine the paprika, ginger, chili powder, garlic, canola oil, and 1 tablespoon each of salt and pepper; stir thoroughly to combine.
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Rub the spice mixture all over the short ribs to evenly coat the meat.
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Transfer the ribs to a large resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
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Preheat the oven to 300F.
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Arrange the short ribs on a wire rack set on top of a baking pan.
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Bake for 1 1/2 hours, to render the fat.
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Remove the ribs and the rack, discard the fat, and return the ribs to the pan (without the rack).
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Cover with foil and bake until tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
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Allow the ribs to cool to room temperature, then cover and chill completely in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
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All of this can be knocked out a day or two in advance.
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Preheat an outdoor grill or a grill pan to medium-high heat.
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Cut the ribs against the grain into 1-inch strips, reserving the scraps.
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Drizzle the ribs with olive oil.
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Working in batches, grill the cut side of the ribs for 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until nicely charred.
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In a mixing bowl, toss the salad greens with the olive oil and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
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To serve, divide the ribs among 4 plates and arrange a handful of salad greens next to them.
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Spoon the romesco sauce over the meat, sprinkle with the nuts, and garnish with lemon wedges.
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Preheat the oven to 350F.
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Put the bread cubes on a baking sheet.
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Bake until lightly toasted, roughly 10 minutes.
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Put a skillet over medium heat and coat with the 1 tablespoon oil.
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When the oil is hot, add the onion and season with salt and pepper.
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Cook, stirring, until the onion is caramelized, about 8 minutes.
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Remove from the heat and set aside to cool to room temperature.
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In a food processor, combine the red peppers with the vinegar, lemon juice, tomato paste, and garlic.
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Process for 10 to 15 seconds until smooth.
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Add the croutons and the nuts; process for another 10 to 15 seconds until thick.
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With the processor running, slowly drizzle in the remaining 1 cup oil until incorporated.
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If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add water, a tablespoon at a time, and pulse a couple of times to combine.
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Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
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Refrigerate until ready to use, for up to 3 days.
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Bring to room temperature before serving.
