Description
Short Rib Marbella is a savory and sweet braised beef dish that combines tender bone-in short ribs with the flavors of olives, prunes, and capers. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is perfect for a comforting and flavorful main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Short Ribs:
- 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
Marinade:
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- ½ cup prunes (chopped)
- ¼ cup capers with brine
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ cup red wine vinegar
- ½ cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Garnish:
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Marinating: In a large bowl or sealable bag, combine short ribs with olives, prunes, capers, garlic, brown sugar, vinegar, wine, olive oil, oregano, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Marinate in the fridge overnight or for at least 4 hours.
- Baking: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Transfer ribs and marinade to a Dutch oven. Bake covered for 2½ to 3 hours. Uncover for the last 20 minutes to reduce sauce.
- Serving: Place ribs on a platter, top with sauce, olives, prunes, and capers. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Pairs well with creamy polenta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
- Flavors improve when made a day ahead.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Fusion – Mediterranean/Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
