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Wine Braised Short Ribs

Wine Braised Short Ribs deliver 67g protein and 1,010 calories per serving—one of the highest single-dish protein amounts in our library. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop for serious muscle-building calories. Built for lifters in a surplus who need calorie density and protein volume without splitting meals across multiple recipes.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Beef Short Ribs, Bone-In(2268g)
  • 1 Tablespoon Kosher Salt, Plus More To Taste
  • 2 Teaspoons Freshly Cracked Black Pepper, Plus More To Taste
  • Vegetable oil(30g)
  • Yellow Onion
  • Celery
  • Carrots
  • Garlic
  • Tomato Paste(30g)
  • Wine, Red, Table(480g)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Thyme, Fresh
  • Low Sodium Beef Broth(480g)
  • Parsley, Fresh
  • Potatoes, Mashed, Prepared
  • Egg Noodles, Dry
  • Polenta

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F with a rack in the center position.
  2. 2Season the short ribs all over with the salt and pepper.
  3. 3Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once the oil just begins to smoke, working in batches, add the short ribs and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the ribs to a plate. Discard all but about 2 tablespoons of the fat.
  4. 4Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion, celery, and carrots and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomato paste until combined, then stir in the wine. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the liquid has reduced by about one third.
  5. 5Return the ribs and any collected juices to the pot. Add the bay leaves, thyme, and beef stock. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Cover the pot, transfer it to the oven, and cook until the meat is tender and falling off the bone, about 2 hours.
  6. 6Using tongs, discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs, then transfer the ribs to a serving platter, reserving the liquid in the pot. Tent the meat with a foil to keep warm. Bring the liquid to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until reduced by about one third, 8 to 10 minutes.
  7. 7To serve, pour the sauce over the meat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and garnish with parsley. Serve family style with mashed potatoes, egg noodles or creamy polenta on the side, if desired.

Nutrition — Per Serving

1010

calories

67g

protein

74g

fat

Carbohydrates
3g
Saturated fat
30.9g
Sodium
405 mg
Dietary fiber
0.2g

6 servings per batch · ~548g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Wine Braised Short Ribs have per serving?

Each serving packs 67g of protein with 1010 calories, making this a heavy-duty muscle-building meal. The macro breakdown is 74g fat and 3g carbs, creating a high-calorie, high-protein option.

How long does Wine Braised Short Ribs take to prep?

Despite being a braised dish, this recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 6 servings on the stovetop. You batch-prep the entire meal at once and divide into 6 portions for the week.

Is Wine Braised Short Ribs good for muscle gain?

At 67g protein and 1010 calories per serving, this is a premium muscle-gain recipe designed for caloric surplus phases. The high fat content from short ribs supports hormone production while the protein delivers amino acids for recovery.

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