Cooking Up a Storm: Espresso Mole Short Ribs
Rich Short Ribs Infused with Dark Chocolate and Espresso Flavor
If you're looking to shake things up and add a twist to traditional Beef Short Ribs, then you're in luck! This Espresso Mole recipe will bring a rich, mouth-watering flavor that'll leave you craving more. Here's how to make it.
Yield
Approximately 4 portions
Difficulty
Medium
Total Time
Needs approximately 3-4 hours of your time, including about 1 hour of active cooking.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds beef short ribs, English style, bone in, trimmed of fat and skin
- AP flour for dusting and 2 tbsp for coating
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 1/2 cups onions, diced
- 3/4 cup carrots, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup peeled, seeded, and diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups dry red wine
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary leaves, chopped
- 2 bay leaves and 1 teaspoon tomato paste
- 1/2 cup strong Espresso
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, chopped or shaved
Let's Cook!
- Wrap short ribs individually with butcher's twine to prevent them from falling apart during braising. Season with salt and pepper, then dust with AP flour. Heat oil in a large braising pan over high heat. Brown the ribs on all sides, transferring them to a platter when done. Set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and cook carrots, onions, and celery in the same pan until golden. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, around 30 seconds. Stir in the second tablespoon of AP flour until vegetables are coated.
- Add tomatoes, wine, stock, herbs, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, and once boiling, return the ribs to the pan. Ensure the ribs are almost covered. Cover the pan and transfer to the oven at 250 degrees Fahrenheit. Simmer for 2-3 hours or until the ribs are tender.
- Once the ribs are cooked, remove them from the pan, discard any loose bones, and strain the braising liquid. Press out as much liquid as possible from the solids before discarding. Degrease the liquid.
- Add chocolate and espresso to the strained liquid, adjusting the taste as needed. Correct the seasoning and thicken the sauce to your liking. Return the ribs to the sauce, allowing them to simmer and soak in the new flavors for about a half hour, partially covered.
- Finally, serve the Espresso Mole Short Ribs with the sauce and your preferred side dish, such as mashed red bliss with bleu cheese or wild mushroom risotto.
Insights
Creating an Espresso Mole Sauce for beef short ribs brings a rich coffee flavor to this hearty dish. The sauce's depth of flavor complements the tender short ribs perfectly. You can use Dove Dark Chocolate Squares or any higher quality chocolate for this recipe. Swap the espresso with coffee extract for a slightly different taste. This dish is perfect for special occasions or dinner parties, as it offers a unique twist on the traditional beef short ribs recipe. Enjoy your cooking adventure!
- The Espresso Mole recipe, featuring a rich, coffee-infused sauce, creates a unique twist on traditional Beef Short Ribs, yielding approximately 4 portions.
- The sauce for this Espresso Mole Short Ribs dish is made with dark chocolate and strong Espresso, adding an exciting coffee flavor to complement the tender short ribs.
- The dish, ideal for special occasions or dinner parties, offers a unique twist on the traditional beef short ribs recipe, blending beer, spices, and a rich Espresso Mole sauce.
