Beer Braised Short Rib Chili Recipe

Name: Beer Braised Short Rib Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1-1/2 pound Beef Short Ribs (I Couldn't Find Bone-in, So I Used Boneless, But If You Can Find Bone-in Short Ribs Go For It!); 1 pinch Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1/2 whole Large Yellow Onion, Diced; 2 teaspoons Chili Powder; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar; 1-1/2 cup Stout Beer (I Used Guinness); 28 ounces, weight Canned Crushed Tomatoes; 15-1/2 ounces, weight Canned White Beans, Rinsed And Drained; 15-1/2 ounces, weight Canned Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained; 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (you Could Also Use Sour Cream); 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese; 1/2 cups Fresh Cilantro, Roughly Chopped

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1-1/2 pound Beef Short Ribs (I Couldn't Find Bone-in, So I Used Boneless, But If You Can Find Bone-in Short Ribs Go For It!)
1 pinch Salt And Pepper, to taste
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1/2 whole Large Yellow Onion, Diced
2 teaspoons Chili Powder
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
1-1/2 cup Stout Beer (I Used Guinness)
28 ounces, weight Canned Crushed Tomatoes
15-1/2 ounces, weight Canned White Beans, Rinsed And Drained
15-1/2 ounces, weight Canned Black Beans, Rinsed And Drained
1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (you Could Also Use Sour Cream)
1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cups Fresh Cilantro, Roughly Chopped

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1. Preheat oven to 325 F.
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2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat until oil shimmers.
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3. Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. Be generous-you want the seasoning to help create a nice crust on the meat! Add short ribs to the hot oil and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until a nice brown crust has formed. Remove seared short ribs to a separate plate and set aside, leaving the oil and drippings in the pot over medium heat.
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4. Add garlic and onion to oil and saute for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent. Add salt and pepper to taste, then add chili powder and stir.
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5. Add balsamic vinegar to onion mixture and stir to combine.
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6. Add beer into the pot to deglaze it. Scrape any browned bits off the bottom and stir to incorporate all ingredients.
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7. Add crushed tomatoes and stir to incorporate. Remove pot from heat.
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8. Add seared short ribs to pot. Nestle each short rib piece into the sauce and give them a little room to breathe. Cover pot and place in a 325 F oven for 3-5 hours.
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9. When at least 3 hours have passed, remove pot from oven. Use tongs or two forks to pull apart short ribs-they should be practically falling apart in the braising liquid, so they should be easy to shred.
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10. Place pot over a burner on low heat. Add white and black beans into the chili and stir to combine. Bring chili to a simmer and cook for 15-25 minutes until beans have warmed through. Taste chili and add seasoning as necessary. If you want to make it a little spicier, you can always add more chili powder in addition to salt and pepper.
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11. Ladle chili into bowls. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, a handful of shredded cheese and a few pinches of cilantro. Serve immediately.
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Notes:
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1. A dark stout added great depth of flavor to this chili, but you could use any type of beer you'd like! Use a lighter pilsner if you're not big on the beer taste, or go for a hoppy IPA to mix it up a bit.
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2. I used white and black beans because that's what I had on hand. Feel free to substitute kidney beans or even sweet corn depending on what you have in your pantry!

1376

kcal

Calories

Fat

199

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1-1/2 pound Beef Short Ribs (I Couldn't Find Bone-in, So I Used Boneless, But If You Can Find Bone-in Short Ribs Go For It!), 1 pinch Salt And Pepper, to taste, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, and more.

Yes, Beer Braised Short Rib Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beer Braised Short Rib Chili

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