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Braised Short Ribs in Red Wine Reduction

Welcome to my culinary blog! Today, we're exploring a classic dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner at home: braised short ribs in a luscious red wine reduction. This recipe features succulent beef short ribs slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender meat infused with deep, savory flavors. Ingredients: 4 lbs beef short ribs, bone-in Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon) 2 cups beef broth 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon tomato paste Fresh thyme sprigs Chopped parsley, for garnish Instructions: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Season the short ribs generously with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the short ribs in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Duck Confit with Cherry Port Sauce

Duck confit with cherry port sauce is a decadent dish that combines the rich, tender meat of duck with the sweet and tangy flavors of cherries and port wine. This gourmet delight is perfect for special occasions or when you want to treat yourself to a luxurious meal. Ingredients 4 duck legs 4 cups duck fat (or enough to submerge the duck legs) 4 cloves garlic, smashed 4 sprigs fresh thyme Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup port wine 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Salt and pepper to taste Instructions Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Season the duck legs generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the duck legs in a deep baking dish or ovenproof pot. Add the smashed garlic cloves and fresh thyme sprigs. Pour the duck fat over the duck legs, ensuring they are completely submerged. Cover the dish with aluminum foil or a lid and t

Miso-marinated Black Cod

Welcome to my culinary blog! Today, we're diving into a delightful Japanese-inspired dish: miso-marinated black cod. This recipe features succulent black cod fillets marinated in a flavorful miso glaze, resulting in a dish that's both tender and bursting with umami goodness. Ingredients: 4 black cod fillets (about 6 ounces each), skin-on 1/2 cup white miso paste 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine) 2 tablespoons sake (Japanese rice wine) 2 tablespoons sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger Sliced green onions, for garnish Instructions: In a bowl, whisk together the white miso paste, mirin, sake, sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. Place the black cod fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the miso marinade over the cod fillets, making sure they are evenly coated. Cover the dish or seal the bag, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight