Sweet and Savory Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Mash
What Started it all:
Short ribs, Sweet potato, baking powder, frying pan
This recipe brings together the rich flavors of short ribs with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. It's not only delicious but also a wholesome meal that you can enjoy with your family. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 kg short ribs
- 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 spring onion, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the short ribs with salt and pepper.
- Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sear the short ribs on all sides until they are browned. This should take about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove the short ribs from the pan and set them aside.
- While the short ribs are browning, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add the cubed sweet potatoes and a pinch of salt.
- Cook until the sweet potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the sweet potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the baking powder, a pinch of salt, and mash until smooth. Keep warm.
- In the same frying pan, add a little more olive oil if needed.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Return the short ribs to the pan.
- Add the soy sauce and honey, stirring to coat the ribs.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for about 1 hour, or until the ribs are tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Divide the sweet potato mash among four plates.
- Place the short ribs on top of the mash.
- Spoon some of the sauce from the pan over the ribs.
- Garnish with finely chopped spring onion and sesame seeds if desired.
This Sweet and Savory Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Mash is a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for a family dinner. Enjoy the balance of flavors and the joy of cooking and eating together!