Coca-Cola Braised Short Ribs: Comfort Food Done Right

Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs 45 mins Servings: Servings: 4 servings Source:

Ingredients

For the Short Ribs:

4 pounds Beef Short Ribs Use bone-in for maximum taste

1 tablespoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on personal preference

1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is best

For Searing and Aromatics

2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil

2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used

2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Dried can be used in smaller amounts

2 medium Carrots Can substitute with parsnips

2 stalks Celery Can be omitted if desired

1 medium Onion Yellow or white onion works best

4 cloves Garlic Can substitute with garlic powder

For the Braising Liquid

12 ounces Coca-Cola Diet soda can be used but may alter flavor

2 cups Beef Broth Opt for low-sodium versions

2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Canned crushed tomatoes can be used as an alternative

1 leaf Bay Leaf Omit if unavailable

Directions

How to Make Coca-Cola Braised Short Ribs

Season beef short ribs with kosher salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme and rosemary. Allow the seasoned meat to come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) while you prepare the rest of your ingredients.

Sear the short ribs in a Dutch oven by heating extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Brown each side of the ribs for 3-4 minutes until they develop a golden crust, then remove and set aside.

Sauté the diced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic in the same pot for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Combine Coca-Cola, beef broth, and tomato paste into the pot. Stir well and add the bay leaf.

Return the seared short ribs to the Dutch oven, nesting them into the aromatic mixture. Cover the pot with a lid.

Cook in the oven for 2 hours, turning the ribs halfway through.

Uncover the pot and continue baking for an additional 45 minutes or until the meat is fork-tender.

Discard the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g Protein: 45g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g Monounsaturated Fat: 15g
Cholesterol: 120mg Sodium: 800mg
Potassium: 750mg Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 10g Vitamin A: 300IU
Vitamin C: 4mg Calcium: 50mg
Iron: 4mg