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Healthy Recipes using Braised Venison Short Ribs

Herb-Infused Braised Venison Short Ribs

These tender venison short ribs are braised with a medley of fresh herbs and spices, creating a flavorful dish that's both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large Dutch oven, sear the venison short ribs on all sides until browned, then remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the onion, garlic, and carrots in the same pot until softened, then return the ribs and add broth, wine, herbs, salt, and pepper. Cover and braise in the oven for 3 hours.

Spicy Braised Venison Short Ribs with Quinoa

This dish features braised venison short ribs with a spicy kick, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa for a nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water and cook in water according to package instructions.
  2. In a Dutch oven, sear the venison short ribs, then remove them and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, return the ribs, cover with water, and braise for 2.5 hours. Serve over quinoa.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Root Vegetables

A wholesome dish combining braised venison short ribs with a variety of root vegetables, providing a hearty and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 2 cups mixed root vegetables (carrots, parsnips, turnips)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sear the venison short ribs until browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic, add root vegetables, then return the ribs to the pot, add broth, and braise covered for 3 hours.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Mushroom Sauce

Rich and savory, these braised venison short ribs are complemented by a creamy mushroom sauce, making for a decadent yet healthy dish.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the venison short ribs in a Dutch oven until browned, then remove.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, and mushrooms until tender, then add wine, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Return the ribs to the pot, cover, and braise for 3 hours until tender.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Mash

This dish pairs tender braised venison short ribs with a creamy sweet potato mash, creating a comforting and nutritious meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Peel and chop sweet potatoes, then boil until tender and mash with salt and pepper.
  2. Sear venison short ribs in olive oil, then remove and sauté onion and garlic.
  3. Add broth, return ribs, cover, and braise for 2.5 hours. Serve with sweet potato mash.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Spinach and Feta

A unique twist on braised venison short ribs, served over a bed of sautéed spinach and topped with crumbled feta for added flavor.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the venison short ribs in a Dutch oven until browned, then remove.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic, add broth, return ribs, and braise for 3 hours.
  3. Sauté spinach until wilted, serve ribs over spinach, and top with feta.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Cauliflower Rice

A low-carb option, these braised venison short ribs are served over cauliflower rice, making for a healthy and filling meal.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 1 head cauliflower, grated
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Grate cauliflower to make rice and set aside.
  2. Sear venison short ribs in olive oil, then remove and sauté onion and garlic.
  3. Add broth, return ribs, cover, and braise for 3 hours. Serve over cauliflower rice.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Apple Cider Glaze

This dish features a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze that enhances the rich flavor of braised venison short ribs.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the venison short ribs in a Dutch oven until browned, then remove.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic, add apple cider, broth, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Return ribs to the pot, cover, and braise for 3 hours until tender.

Braised Venison Short Ribs with Mediterranean Vegetables

A flavorful dish featuring braised venison short ribs served with a medley of Mediterranean vegetables, perfect for a healthy dinner.

Ingredients
  • 2 lbs venison short ribs
  • 2 cups mixed Mediterranean vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant)
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Sear the venison short ribs in a Dutch oven until browned, then remove.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic, add vegetables, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Return ribs to the pot, add broth, cover, and braise for 3 hours.