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Elegant Argentine Malbec and Chocolate Braised Short Ribs

Name: Elegant Argentine Malbec and Chocolate Braised Short Ribs
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 280 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Beef short ribs, 4 short ribs — about 1.5 lbs; Salt, to taste; Black pepper, freshly ground, to taste; Argentine Malbec, 2 cups; Beef stock, 1 cup; Tomato paste, 2 tbsp; Garlic, 2 cloves — minced; Onion, 1 — finely chopped; Dark chocolate, 2 oz — at least 70% cocoa; Rosemary sprigs, 2; Bay leaf, 1; Thyme sprigs, 4; Fresh parsley, chopped; Grated dark chocolate, a light dusting

This dish combines the robust flavors of Argentine Malbec with the smooth undertones of chocolate, yielding fall-off-the-bone short ribs that are perfect for a sophisticated dinner party.

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·By Ethan Brooks·November 8, 2025

Elegant Argentine Malbec and Chocolate Braised Short Ribs — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 10 min

Cook

3 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Short Ribs

For the Braising Liquid

For the Aromatics

For Garnishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 642 kcal
Protein: 47.5 g
Carbs: 18.5 g
Fat: 39.5 g
Fiber: 2 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2569 kcal
Protein: 190 g
Carbs: 74 g
Fat: 158 g
Fiber: 8 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Beef short ribs 4 short ribs — about 1.5 lbs	1800	180	0	135	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper freshly ground, to taste	5	0	1	0	1
Argentine Malbec 2 cups	340	0	28	0	0
Beef stock 1 cup	15	3	1	0	0
Tomato paste 2 tbsp	30	1	7	0	1
Garlic 2 cloves — minced	4	0	1	0	0
Onion 1 — finely chopped	44	1	10	0	2
Dark chocolate 2 oz — at least 70% cocoa	310	5	24	22	4
Rosemary sprigs 2	2	0	0	0	0
Bay leaf 1	1	0	0	0	0
Thyme sprigs 4	2	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley chopped	1	0	0	0	0
Grated dark chocolate a light dusting	15	0	2	1	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Short Ribs

1
Season short ribs
Season the short ribs generously with salt and black pepper.
2
Rest to absorb seasoning
Let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to absorb the seasoning.

Preparing the Braising Liquid

1
Heat oil
In a large Dutch oven, heat a splash of oil over medium-high heat.
2
Sear short ribs
Sear the short ribs on all sides until deeply browned. Transfer to a plate.
Tip: Do not skip searing the short ribs as it adds depth of flavor.
3
Sauté aromatics
In the same pot, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
Tip: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) while you prepare.

How to Make Elegant Argentine Malbec and Chocolate Braised Short Ribs

Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Braising
Return short ribs to the pot and add Malbec, beef stock, tomato paste, and chocolate. Bring to a simmer.
2
Baking
Cover and transfer the pot to the oven. Braise for 3 hours.
3
Finishing
In the last 30 minutes, remove the lid to allow the liquid to reduce and thicken.