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Coffee-Braised Beef Short Ribs with Creamy Mushroom Gravy

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Tender coffee-braised beef short ribs slow-cooked until melt-in-your-mouth soft and served with a rich creamy mushroom gravy. This hearty and elegant comfort food dish is packed with deep savory flavor and perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs beef short ribs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup brewed coffee
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. Season the beef short ribs generously with salt and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear the short ribs on all sides until deeply browned, then transfer them to a plate.
  5. In the same pot, sauté the diced onion, garlic, and mushrooms until softened and lightly browned.
  6. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor.
  7. Pour in the brewed coffee and beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release browned bits.
  8. Add Worcestershire sauce, fresh thyme, and bay leaves.
  9. Return the short ribs to the pot, cover tightly with a lid, and transfer to the oven.
  10. Braise for 2 1/2 to 3 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
  11. Remove the short ribs from the pot and keep warm.
  12. Discard the thyme stems and bay leaves. Blend or strain part of the sauce if a smoother gravy is desired.
  13. Stir in butter and heavy cream. If needed, whisk flour into a small amount of liquid and stir into the gravy to thicken.
  14. Simmer the gravy for a few minutes until creamy and smooth.
  15. Serve the short ribs hot with mushroom gravy spooned over the top and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Cremini, button, or shiitake mushrooms all work well in this recipe.
  • Red wine can replace part of the beef broth for extra richness.
  • Add carrots or celery to the braising liquid for deeper flavor.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, polenta, or buttered noodles.
  • The flavors become even better if prepared a day ahead.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze cooked short ribs and gravy for up to 2 months.

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