Mexican Short Ribs Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
• STEP 2.Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
• STEP 4.Add the short ribs and sear them on all sides until browned.
• STEP 5.Remove the short ribs from the pot and set them aside.
• STEP 6.In the same pot, add onions, garlic, and jalapenos. Sauté until softened.
• STEP 7.Add tomato paste, chipotle peppers, cumin, oregano, and cinnamon. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
• STEP 8.Pour in beef broth and lime juice. Stir well to combine.
• STEP 9.Return the short ribs to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid.
• STEP 10.Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.
• STEP 11.Braise the short ribs for 2.5-3 hours, or until they are tender and easily pull apart.
• STEP 12.Remove the pot from the oven and let the short ribs rest for a few minutes.
• STEP 13.Skim off any excess fat from the surface of the sauce.
• STEP 14.Serve the Mexican short ribs with the sauce spooned over the top.
• STEP 15.Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with rice, tortillas, or roasted vegetables.

Cooking Tips

• For extra depth of flavor, marinate the short ribs in the spice mixture overnight.
• If you prefer a spicier dish, add more chipotle peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• To make the dish ahead of time, refrigerate the cooked short ribs in the sauce overnight. Reheat gently before serving.
• Leftover short ribs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• The sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover short ribs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• The sauce can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Serve the Mexican short ribs with rice, tortillas, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro for added freshness and flavor.