Beer Braised Short Ribs Recipe

Name: Beer Braised Short Ribs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 x -8 English-style short ribs (about 4-5 pounds) Salt and pepper Dry thyme and grnd sage; 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil; 2 lb onions, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced; 1 x carrot, diced; 1 x rib celery, diced; 6 x garlic cloves, minced; 1 Tbsp. molasses; 4 x bay leaves; 2 x (12-oz) bottles porter or possibly other dark ale or possibly beer; 2 Tbsp. Dijon or possibly coarse-grained mustard; 1 Tbsp. malt or possibly red wine vinegar, or possibly to taste

Servings: persons

6 x -8 English-style short ribs (about 4-5 pounds) Salt and pepper Dry thyme and grnd sage
3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
2 lb onions, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced
1 x carrot, diced
1 x rib celery, diced
6 x garlic cloves, minced
1 Tbsp. molasses
4 x bay leaves
2 x (12-oz) bottles porter or possibly other dark ale or possibly beer
2 Tbsp. Dijon or possibly coarse-grained mustard
1 Tbsp. malt or possibly red wine vinegar, or possibly to taste

1
Season meat generously with salt and pepper, thyme, and sage.
2
In a heavy Dutch oven or possibly casserole large sufficient to hold meat, heat oil over medium-high heat.
3
Put in the ribs, and sear on all sides.
4
Remove ribs, and add in onions, carrot, celery, garlic, and molasses.
5
Cover and cook over medium heat for about 10 to 12 min, till onions are soft and beginning to color.
6
Put meat back in - with bay leaves and beer.
7
Cover and cook for 1 1/2 to two hrs over low heat till meat is tender.
8
Remove meat and keep hot.
9
Degrease liquid in the pot, and stir in the mustard and the vinegar.
10
Boil sauce till it just becomes syrupy.
11
Taste for salt and pepper and vinegar.
12
Serve ribs and some sauce over potatoes, polenta or possibly grits.
13
Pass the rest of the sauce separately.

480

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 x -8 English-style short ribs (about 4-5 pounds) Salt and pepper Dry thyme and grnd sage, 3 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, 2 lb onions, peeled, halved, and thinly sliced, 1 x carrot, diced, and more.

Yes, Beer Braised Short Ribs Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!