Latin Style Braised Pork Short Ribs
Prep Time 15 MinCook Time 165 MinServings 2-3
INGREDIENTS
Salt and Pepper, to taste
½ Cup Olive Oil
2 Cups Tomato Puree
2 Tbs Crushed Garlic
1 Yellow Onion, small diced
2 Cups Chicken Broth
2 Tbs Fresh Chopped Parsley
2 Cup Dry White Wine
8 Sprigs Fresh Thyme
2 Bay Leaves
1 Tbs Dried Oregano
1 Tbs Cumin, ground
Zest of 1 Lemon, chopped
Garnish – Cilantro, Minced Onion
LET'S GET COOKING!
Season ribs with salt and pepper.
In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Brown the ribs on both sides. 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from pan and keep aside.
Add the onion and cook over medium heat 3-4 minutes to soften. Add garlic , stir, cook for 2 minutes. Slowly add the chicken broth and wine using a whisk. Add the ribs and rest of the ingredients . Add water if necessary to almost cover the ribs.( 3/4 of the way)
Cover and braise on low heat for about 2 hours or until tender. Remove ribs, reduce braising liquid to 1 ½ Cups. Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Puree and strain to serve with ribs. Taste sauce and adjust with salt and pepper.
Serve with Red Beans and Rice, garnish with minced onion and chopped cilantro