Half-Pint Stout Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs

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Tender beef short ribs slowly braised in a rich half-pint stout beer reduction, infused with aromatic herbs and vegetables. This american-inspired beef ready in about 200 minutes pairs bone-in beef short ribs, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 180 min Serves 6 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Season 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs with 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and sear the short ribs for 4 minutes per side until deeply browned, then transfer to a plate.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 large diced yellow onion, 1 large diced carrot, and 1 diced celery stalk to the Dutch oven and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes until slightly caramelized. Pour in 1/2 pint (8 fl oz) stout beer to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups beef broth, 3 sprigs fresh thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Return the short ribs to the pot, ensuring they are partially submerged in the liquid.
  5. Step 5: Cover the Dutch oven with a lid and braise in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and falling off the bone.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Pint Stout Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs take to make?

Total time is about 200 minutes (20 min prep + 180 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Half-Pint Stout Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in beef short ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Pint Stout Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Half-Pint Stout Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Half-Pint Stout Beer-Braised Beef Short Ribs?

American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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