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Coffee-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Creamy Mushroom Gravy

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Coffee-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Creamy Mushroom Gravy is a slow-cooked, deeply flavorful dish featuring tender beef short ribs braised in a rich coffee-infused broth and finished with a savory, velvety mushroom gravy. Perfect for special occasions or comforting weekend meals.

Ingredients

  • 3–4 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup strong brewed black coffee
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 8 oz mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • Optional: chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Season short ribs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high. Sear short ribs on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion, garlic, and carrots to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
  4. Pour in coffee, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Scrape up browned bits. Add thyme and bay leaf.
  5. Return short ribs to the pot, cover, and braise in oven for 2.5–3 hours, until fork-tender.
  6. Remove ribs and strain braising liquid, reserving 2 cups for gravy.
  7. In a clean skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms and sauté until browned.
  8. Sprinkle in flour, stir to make a roux, then whisk in reserved braising liquid and cream. Simmer until thickened.
  9. Return short ribs to the gravy, warm through, and serve garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • For extra depth, add a splash of red wine with the coffee.
  • Use boneless short ribs if preferred; reduce cook time slightly.
  • To make dairy-free, omit cream and use additional broth and flour for thickening.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, polenta, or egg noodles for a complete meal.

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