25-Min Charred Beef Ribs with Garlic & Lime
Sear beef short ribs hard and fast until edges blacken, then finish with a garlicky lime butter that builds a glossy glaze. Brazilian-style intensity in less than half the classical braise time.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat ribs completely dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, ~2 minutes. Oil surface should shimmer.
Step 3
Sear ribs bone-side down without moving for 2 minutes until deeply browned. Flip and sear meat side 2 minutes.
Step 4
Push ribs to the side. Add garlic, paprika, and bay leaf to the empty space. Toast for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 5
Pour broth and lime juice around the ribs. Add butter. Reduce heat to medium and cover with a lid.
Step 6
Braise for 10 minutes, turning ribs once halfway through, until meat is tender and glaze coats the surface.
Step 7
Uncover and simmer 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Serve ribs with pan glaze spooned over top.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy 12-inch skillet with lid
- paper towels
- tongs
- cutting board
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