Beef Short Ribs Sauerbraten

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 cup vinegar (white or red)
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 2 bay leaves
• 5 juniper berries, crushed
• 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon salt

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 3 hours

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place the short ribs in a large bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, brown sugar, molasses, bay leaves, juniper berries, peppercorns, and salt.
3. Pour the marinade over the ribs and cover.
4. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
5. Remove the ribs from the marinade and pat dry.
6. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven.
7. Brown the ribs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
8. Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in the same Dutch oven until softened.
9. Add the ribs back to the Dutch oven and pour in the reserved marinade.
10. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 hours or until the ribs are tender.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 30 grams
• Carbohydrates: 25 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and tangy
• Tender and fall-off-the-bone ribs
• German-inspired flavors

User Comments:

• "This sauerbraten was amazing! The ribs were cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful and delicious."
• "I'm not a big fan of German food, but this dish was an exception. It was so good, I ate two servings!"
• "This is a great dish to serve for a special occasion. It's elegant and sophisticated, but also easy to make."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have juniper berries, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of crushed coriander seeds.
• Sauerbraten can be made ahead of time. Allow the ribs to cool completely, then refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place the ribs in a covered dish and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30 minutes, or until warmed through.
• Serve sauerbraten with mashed potatoes or spaetzle for a complete German-inspired meal.