Honey Garlic Short Ribs with Star Anise
Honey Garlic Short Ribs with Star Anise are a mouthwatering dish that harmonizes sweet and savory flavors. These tender, fall-off-the-bone short ribs are slow-cooked in a rich honey garlic sauce infused with aromatic star anise, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this simple yet gourmet recipe will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs bone-in short ribs
- 1 cup raw honey
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 star anise pods
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the seasoned short ribs until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side) to lock in flavor.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, grated ginger, and crushed star anise.
- Place seared short ribs in a roasting pan and pour the sauce over them. Cover tightly with foil and bake for about 3 hours.
- Remove foil and broil for an additional 5-10 minutes until caramelized.
- Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rib (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg