Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 unit

beef shortribs

2 inches in height

2 ounce

soy sauce

3 ounce

dark beer

2 tbsp

sugar

1 tbsp

olive oil

1 tbsp

red wine vinegar

0.25 inch

ginger

slice

1 unit

lemon

zested

4 clove

garlic

1 ounce

olive oil

3 cup

veal stock

3 ounce

horseradish

peeled and sliced

4 tbsp

creme fraiche

1 tsp

lemon juice

1.5 cup

frissee salad

washed and soaked in ice water

6 ounce

boneless ribsteak

all fat removed, trimmed into rectangular shape

1 ounce

olive oil

0.25 cup

carrots

large diced

0.25 cup

turnips

large diced

0.25 cup

zucchini

large diced

2 sprig

thyme

1 clove

garlic

crushed

3 tbsp

olive oil

Step 1
~10 min

Marinate shortribs in soy sauce, dark beer, sugar, olive oil, red wine vinegar, ginger, lemon zest, and garlic for 24 hours, turning occasionally.

Step 2
~10 min

Remove shortribs from the marinade.

Step 3
~10 min

Sear shortribs in olive oil on all sides without the bone.

Step 4
~10 min

Transfer shortribs and marinade to a baking dish and cover with veal stock.

Step 5
~10 min

Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 3-3.5 hours, or until tender.

Step 6
~10 min

Remove meat from liquid and strain, discarding solids.

Step 7
~10 min

Reduce the liquid by one-third until thickened to a sauce consistency.

Step 8
~10 min

Keep warm.

Step 9
~10 min

Pulse horseradish in a blender and add creme fraiche.

Step 10
~10 min

Let steep overnight.

Step 11
~10 min

Pass through a chinois, season with salt and pepper.

Step 12
~10 min

Discard solids.

Step 13
~10 min

Combine creme fraiche with lemon juice.

Step 14
~10 min

Add frisee salad and mix well, season with salt and pepper.

Step 15
~10 min

Season ribsteak with salt and pepper.

Step 16
~10 min

Sear ribsteak in hot pan with olive oil for 30 seconds on each side, until browned but rare.

Step 17
~10 min

Transfer to a wire rack to rest.

Step 18
~10 min

Cook carrots and turnips first, then zucchini in olive oil over medium heat.

Step 19
~10 min

Add thyme and garlic and cook until lightly caramelized.

Step 20
~10 min

Remove garlic and thyme, hold warm.

Step 21
~10 min

Slice ribsteak into fourteen slices.

Step 22
~10 min

Place one shortrib on each plate.

Step 23
~10 min

Divide frisee salad between the plates.

Step 24
~10 min

Sprinkle root vegetables over the ribs.

Step 25
~10 min

Sauce both plates with the reduced braising liquid.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the shortribs for the full 24 hours for maximum flavor.

Sear the ribsteak quickly to maintain a rare center.

Adjust the amount of horseradish in the dressing to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Shortribs can be braised a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of full-bodied red wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted root vegetables
Creamy polenta

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Fine dining, celebratory meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Anniversaries

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Special Occasion
Date Night

Popularity Score

65/100

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