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How to braise short ribs
Chill the short ribs overnight.
Place the ribs in a lidded plastic container or resealable zipper bag and leave them in the refrigerator for 8-12 hours. They'll also do just fine wrapped in their original butcher paper if you just brought them home from the market.

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a). When they're fully chilled, they'll be roughly room temperature and ready to go. You can also refrigerate the ribs prior to freezing them to preserve them for another 2-3 months.;
b). Chilling the ribs solidifies the fat, making it easier to trim. Avoid putting the ribs in freezer, unless they're intended for long-term storage.;
c). After 8-12 hours, the ribs will be a dark amber hue and appear tender enough to touch. Transfer the ribs to a cutting board.;
d). After 8 hours, they should be done braising. Preheat the oven to 170c.;
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b).