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Sous vide beef short ribs searing in a cast iron skillet with rosemary and garlic

Sous Vide Beef Short Ribs – The Best Juicy & Tender Guide


  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: ~24–36 hours
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Juicy, fall-off-the-bone sous vide beef short ribs with a perfect crust. Slow-cooked in a water bath and seared for gourmet flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 lbs English cut beef short ribs (bone-in)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce (optional)

  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme


Instructions

  • Trim the ribs of excess surface fat while keeping marbling intact.

  • Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and optional Worcestershire.

  • Vacuum-seal ribs in BPA-free bags with olive oil and fresh herbs.

  • Preheat sous vide bath to 145°F (for balanced texture) or 165°F (for fall-off-the-bone).

  • Cook ribs sous vide for 24–36 hours (at 145°F) or 12–24 hours (at 165°F).

  • Remove ribs, pat them dry, and let rest for 5–10 minutes.

  • Sear in cast iron skillet with garlic and herbs for 30–60 seconds per side.

 

  • Serve hot with your favorite sides and sauce!

Notes

  • Store leftovers in vacuum bags in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat using sous vide at 130°F for 45–60 minutes for best results.
  • Sear after reheating to maintain texture and flavor.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24–36 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sous Vide
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6 oz cooked ribs
  • Calories: 520 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 135mg

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