Braised Short Ribs with Green Pepper

By luvmybuttonsnbows

Prep time: 20 min.
Serves 4

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 to 3 lbs. beef short ribs
• 1/3 c. flour
• 1 tsp. salt
• 3/4 tsp. pepper
• 2 tbsp. vegetable shortening
• 1 c. sliced onions
• 1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
• 1 c. hot water
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tbsp. packed brown sugar
• 1/4 c. vinegar
• 2 tbsp. soy sauce
• 1 green pepper, cut into rings
• flour, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Wipe meat with a damp cloth. Trim off excess fat. Combine flour, salt and pepper. Dredge meat in mixture to coat completely. Heat shortening in large skillet. Brown ribs on all sides. Remove to a casserole with cover. Cook onions and garlic in skliiet until golden. Spoon over ribs. Combine water, bay leaf, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce. Pour over ribs. Cover and bake at 350° for 2 hours. Add green pepper rings. Cook 30 minutes or until meat is tender. Remove cooked ribs and vegetables to a serving platter. Skim fat off drippings. Thicken with a little flour, if desired. Spoon drippings over meat and vegetables.