Easy Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs
January 29, 2025 • 0 comments
These beer-braised short ribs are rich, tender, and packed with deep flavor, with a mild sauce that lets the delicious taste of the meat shine through—pure comfort food at its best.
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- Servings: 2
Ingredients
- (1 lb) Short Ribs, Beef
- (1 tsp) Salt
- (1/2 tsp) Black Pepper
- (2 tbsp) Flour
- (2 tbsp) Oil or Butter
- (1 medium) Onion, sliced
- (1 clove) Garlic, minced
- (12 oz) Stout Beer
- (1 cup) Beef Stock
Directions
- Prep & Sear:
- Season short ribs generously with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour to coat.
- Heat oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Sear the ribs on all sides until deeply browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Build the Flavor:
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in beer, stirring and scraping up all those flavorful browned bits from the bottom.
- Slow Braise:
- Return the short ribs to the skillet and pour in beef stock.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2 hours, until the meat is fall-apart tender.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve over creamy mashed potatoes with a side of sautéed or roasted vegetables for a hearty, satisfying meal. Enjoy!
