High Calorie Rice Lunch: Beef Short Rib Rice Platter Recipe

Slow-braised short ribs over rice with all the juices pooling underneath. This high calorie rice lunch is fork-tender luxury on a plate.

Cook 180 min Difficulty NORMAL 890 kcal
#mediterranean #high protein
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • beef short ribs 2 lbs
  • long grain white rice 2 cups
  • yellow onion 1 pieces
  • carrot 2 pieces
  • celery stalk 2 pieces
  • garlic cloves 4 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • beef broth 2 cups
  • soy sauce 3 tbsp
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • black pepper 1 tsp
  • salt 1 tsp
  • bay leaf 2 pieces
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 60 g 27%
Protein 33 g 15%
Fat 50 g 58%
Serving size 440g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325°F. Pat short ribs dry and season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a heavy Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear short ribs on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same pot, sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes until softened, using medium heat.

  4. 4

    Return short ribs to the pot, add beef broth, soy sauce, bay leaves, and cover. Braise in oven for 2.5 to 3 hours until ribs are fork-tender.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, cook rice separately as per package instructions. Plate rice, remove ribs and discard bay leaves, then ladle the ribs and braising juices over the rice to serve.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The star ingredient is beef short ribs, which are slow-braised to achieve fork-tender texture and deep, savory flavor. Their richness defines the dish and makes it truly luxurious.
Q. Which seasoning gives the beef the most flavor depth?
A combination of soy sauce and beef broth adds intense umami and savory notes. The bay leaves subtly enhance the aroma during the braising process, while olive oil helps sear the ribs for a caramelized exterior.
Q. What cooking technique ensures the ribs are tender without drying out?
Slow braising at a low oven temperature (325°F) for 2.5 to 3 hours gently breaks down connective tissue. Keeping the pot covered and using enough liquid prevents dryness and keeps every bite moist and tender.
Q. How do I avoid overcooking or undercooking the rice?
Prepare the rice according to package directions and check for doneness at the minimum cooking time. Using long grain white rice helps achieve fluffy, distinct grains that soak up the juices without becoming mushy.
Q. What is the calorie and protein content for each serving, and how does it compare to carbs and fat?
Each serving contains approximately 890 kcal, with 33g protein (15%), 60g carbohydrates (27%), and 50g fat (58%). This nutrition profile makes it a hearty, high calorie and high fat lunch with moderate protein and carbs.
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