Ingredients
• 1kg beef short ribs (boneless preferred)
• Marinade/braising base
• 150g onion (sliced)
• 25g garlic (minced)
• 40ml vegetable oil
• 50g tomato paste
• 30ml apple cider vinegar or lime juice
• 120ml orange juice or beef stock
• 500ml Beef stock
• Bay leaves
To assemble the tacos
• Soft tortillas
• Diced white onion
• Fresh coriander
• Pickled red onion (optional)
• Salsa roja or chipotle mayo
• Lime wedges
Method
Method
Season ribs with salt and spices.
Sear ribs until deeply browned.
Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
Add tomato paste and cook 2 minutes.
Add vinegar, orange juice, beef stock, and bay leaves.
Return ribs, cover tightly.
Braise at 160°C for 3–3.5 hours.
Shred meat and reduce sauce.
Toss meat with sauce and assemble tacos.
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