Description
Maple-Bourbon Glazed Short Ribs are tender, slow-braised beef ribs coated in a rich glaze made with maple syrup, bourbon, garlic, and savory spices for a deep, caramelized flavor.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg beef short ribs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F).
- Season short ribs with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear ribs on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion until softened, then add garlic.
- Carefully pour in bourbon and simmer 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in maple syrup, beef broth, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and thyme.
- Return short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Cover and braise in oven for 2 1/2–3 hours until ribs are fork-tender.
- Remove ribs and simmer sauce on stovetop until thickened into a glaze.
- Brush glaze over ribs and serve warm.
Notes
- Allow bourbon to cook off before covering.
- Skim excess fat from sauce before reducing.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American