Description
French Onion Beef Short Rib Soup is a rich and comforting dish that combines tender beef short ribs with caramelized onions and aromatic herbs. The slow-cooked beef infuses the broth with a deep, savory flavor, while the sweet onions add balance and complexity. Topped with melted Gruyère cheese and toasted baguette slices, this hearty soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly nights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
2 lbs bone-in beef short ribs
4 large yellow onions, thinly sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups beef broth
1 cup pomegranate juice or apple cider
2 teaspoons fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: Shredded Gruyère cheese and toasted baguette slices for serving
Instructions
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Preheat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season beef short ribs with salt and pepper. Sear them in the pot with olive oil until browned on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.
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In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook over medium heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown.
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Add garlic and cook for an additional minute. Pour in pomegranate juice or apple cider, scraping up any browned bits from the pot.
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Return the beef short ribs to the pot and add the beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 2 hours, until the beef is tender.
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Serve the soup in bowls, topped with shredded Gruyère cheese and toasted baguette slices if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, omit the beef and use vegetable broth along with caramelized onions, mushrooms, and additional herbs.
A splash of balsamic vinegar can add extra depth to the caramelized onions.
For richer flavor, use homemade beef stock.
You can add carrots or celery for more texture and flavor.
