Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Preheating the oven is an important step in cooking short ribs, ensuring the oven is at the correct temperature before cooking. This typically takes around 10-15 minutes, depending on your oven. While the oven is preheating, you can prepare the short ribs and any other ingredients you plan to use. Before placing the short ribs in the oven, preparing them properly is important. Take the short ribs from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This will ensure even cooking throughout the meat and prevent it from shocking the oven.Once the short ribs have reached room temperature, season them with your preferred marinade or seasoning mix. Make sure to coat both sides evenly with the seasoning. Place the short ribs in a roasting pan or baking dish. To prevent the meat from sticking to the bottom of the pan, make sure to place the ribs bone-side down. This also allows the juices to flow freely around the meat and keep it moist.
Cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil to trap moisture and create a steamy and stable cooking environment for the short ribs. This will ensure that the meat stays moist and tender. Make sure to cover the pan completely to prevent any steam from escaping.
Place the covered roasting pan in the preheated oven and cook the short ribs at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 2-3 hours or until the meat is tender and falls off the bone. The cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the short ribs, so it’s important to check them periodically to ensure they are cooking evenly.Avoid opening the oven door too often, as this can cause fluctuations in temperature and affect the cooking time and quality of the short ribs. Once the short ribs are cooked, remove the pan from the oven and let the meat rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish. Serve the short ribs with your favorite sides, and enjoy.
