Whiskey-Braised Beef Short Ribs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

Tender beef short ribs slow-cooked in a whiskey-infused braising liquid, served with creamy mashed potatoes. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 165 minutes, pairs beef short ribs, whiskey, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, 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

• 1.2 kg beef short ribs
• 100 ml whiskey
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 500 ml beef broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp thyme

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F). Pat 1.2 kg beef short ribs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the short ribs and sear on all sides until browned, about 4-5 minutes total. Remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, sauté 1 large chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. Step 4: Pour in 100 ml whiskey and let it simmer for 2 minutes to deglaze the pan. Add 500 ml beef broth, 1 tbsp thyme, and bring to a boil.
5. Step 5: Return the short ribs to the skillet, cover, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2.5-3 hours, or until the meat is falling off the bone.
6. Step 6: Skim excess fat from the surface, then serve the ribs with the sauce, accompanied by mashed potatoes.