Peak Drift Braised Short Ribs with Roasted Heirloom Vegetables
Fall-apart tender short ribs braised in local craft beer, paired with a medley of roasted heirloom vegetables for a hearty, farm-to-table meal. This southern comfort-inspired sheet pan ready in about 160 minutes pairs short ribs, Peak Drift Brewing beer, medium, sliced onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs short ribs
- 12 oz Peak Drift Brewing beer
- 2 medium, sliced onions
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, peeled and sliced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1 tbsp, fresh thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Season the short ribs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs for 3-4 minutes per side until browned, then add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Pour in the beer, thyme, brown sugar, and red wine vinegar. Bring to a simmer, then cover and braise for 2.5 hours until tender. Remove ribs and set aside, keeping the braising liquid.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss the remaining vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until charred and tender. Serve ribs with the vegetables and braising sauce.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Peak Drift Braised Short Ribs with Roasted Heirloom Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 160 minutes (40 min prep + 120 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 Peak Drift Braised Short Ribs with Roasted Heirloom Vegetables?
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 short ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Peak Drift Braised Short Ribs with Roasted Heirloom Vegetables?
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 Peak Drift Braised Short Ribs with Roasted Heirloom Vegetables 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 Peak Drift Braised Short Ribs with Roasted Heirloom Vegetables?
Southern Comfort sheet pan 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
