Coffee-Marinated Bison Short Ribs

Ingredients for Coffee-Marinated Bison Short Ribs

• 950ml water

• 725ml chilled strong brewed coffee

• 80g coarse kosher salt

• 3 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons (packed) dark brown sugar

• 60ml pure maple syrup

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary

• 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

• 475ml ice cubes

• 1.8kg bison (often labeled buffalo) short ribs, cut between ribs to separate

• 60ml chopped bacon (about 45g )

• 230g chopped onions

• 60g chopped shallots

• 6 garlic cloves, chopped

• 1 small jalapeño chilli, seeded, chopped

• 240ml strong brewed coffee

• 240ml low-salt chicken broth

• 60ml chilli sauce (such as Heinz) or ketchup

• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

How to make Coffee-Marinated Bison Short Ribs

Stir 950ml water, coffee, 120ml coarse salt, and sugar in large bowl until salt and sugar dissolve. Add syrup and next 3 ingredients; stir until ice melts. Add ribs. Place plate atop ribs to keep submerged. Cover and chill 4 to 6 hours. Drain ribs; discard marinade. DO AHEAD: Drained ribs can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and chill.

Preheat oven to 163°C. Sauté bacon in heavy large wide ovenproof pot over medium heat until beginning to brown. Using slotted spoon, transfer bacon to plate. Increase heat to medium-high. Sprinkle ribs with salt and pepper. Working in batches, cook ribs until browned on all sides, about 7 minutes per batch. Transfer to large plate. Add onions, shallots, garlic, and jalapeño to pot. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook until vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add coffee and broth; stir, scraping up browned bits. Add chilli sauce and all remaining ingredients; bring to boil. Add bacon and ribs, cover, and transfer to oven. Braise until meat is tender, about 2 hours 15 minutes. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 days ahead. Cool slightly. Chill uncovered until cold, then cover and keep chilled. Rewarm in 163°C oven until heated through, about 20 minutes, before continuing.

Transfer ribs to plate; tent with foil to keep warm. Spoon fat from surface of sauce. Boil sauce until reduced to 475ml , about 5 minutes. Pour sauce over ribs.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.