Simple Beef Short Ribs 2

This Simple Beef Short Ribs recipe was passed down to me from my mom and grandmother. The short ribs are braised for hours in a flavorful beer and beef broth and turn out delicious and tender every time.

How to Make Cook Short Ribs

You’ll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make Simple Beef Short Ribs : 

1. Season the short ribs and dredge in flour. 
2. Brown the ribs in olive oil and butter, then set the ribs aside. 
3. Cook the onion and garlic in the same pot, then return the ribs to the pot.
4. Pour in the beer and stock. 
5. Braise the short ribs until they are very tender, about two hours.

What to Serve With Beef Short Ribs

In need of some serving inspiration? Try one of these recipes that will pair perfectly with beef short ribs: 

• Basic Mashed Potatoes
• Savory Roasted Root Vegetables
• Oven-Roasted Asparagus

How to Store Beef Short Ribs

Store your leftover Simple Beef Short Ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“So easy and delicious!” says one Allrecipes community member. “I used a slow cooker on high for six hours.”

“This amazing recipe was so simple,” raves UGAgal. “The sauce is rich and flavorful and the short ribs are so tender. It was wonderful paired with Italian risotto and simple steamed veggies.”

“This was the best short rib recipe that I’ve made to date,” according to funeralsinger1. “And the leftovers were great for my beef tostada a few days later.”

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef short ribs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle stout beer
• 1 cup beef stock

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients.

1. Season ribs with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour until coated; shake off excess.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ribs until browned, about 5 minutes per side. Remove ribs and set aside.
3. Add onion and garlic to the pot; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Return ribs to the pot; pour in beer while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pot. Pour in beef stock.
4. Cover and simmer over low heat until ribs are very tender, about 2 hours.
5. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

364	Calories
27g	Fat
10g	Carbs
13g	Protein