Gingered Short Ribs with Green Rice
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Woman's Day mag.
Prep time: 35 minutes
Cook time: 480 minutes
Serves 6 people
Categories: Beef- main dish
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
- 1/3 cup sherry or additional reduced-sodium
- beef broth
- 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 3 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
- 1 Tbsp. minced fresh gingerroot
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 3 lb. bone-in beef short ribs
- 1/2 tsp. each salt and pepper
- 3 cups uncooked instant brown rice
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 Tbsp. minced fresh cilantro
- 2 Tbsp. chopped pickled jalapenos
- 3/4 tsp. grated lime peel
- 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp. cold water
Directions
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In a small bowl, whisk in the first seven ingredients until blended. Place carrots and onions in a 5- quart slow cooker. Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper; place over vegetables. Pour broth mixture over top. Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until meat is tender.
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Just before serving, prepare rice according to package directions. Stir in green onions, cilantro, jalapenos and lime peel.
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Remove ribs to a serving plate; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; skin fat. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Return to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with ribs and rice.