Whiskey-Glazed Short Ribs with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Tender beef short ribs slow-cooked in a rich whiskey glaze served atop creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes. This american-inspired beef ready in about 225 minutes pairs beef short ribs, whiskey, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 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
- 3 lbs beef short ribs
- 1 cup whiskey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 6, minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 cups beef broth
- 3 lbs, peeled and quartered russet potatoes
- 1 bulb, roasted and cloves mashed roasted garlic
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Season 3 lbs beef short ribs with salt and black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof pot over medium-high heat. Sear the ribs for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 medium diced yellow onion and 6 minced garlic cloves, sauté over medium heat for 4 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 1 cup whiskey. Cook for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Step 3: Return the ribs to the pot, add 2 cups beef broth, cover, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours until meat is tender and falling off the bone.
- Step 4: Meanwhile, boil 3 lbs peeled and quartered russet potatoes in salted water for 20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot.
- Step 5: Add 1 bulb roasted garlic (cloves mashed), 4 tbsp unsalted butter, and 1/2 cup heavy cream to the potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 6: Remove ribs from the pot, skim excess fat from the sauce, and reduce sauce over medium heat for 5 minutes until thickened and glossy.
- Step 7: Serve the whiskey-glazed short ribs over a bed of roasted garlic mashed potatoes, spooning the reduced sauce over the top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Whiskey-Glazed Short Ribs with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes take to make?
Total time is about 225 minutes (30 min prep + 195 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 Whiskey-Glazed Short Ribs with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes?
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 beef short ribs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Whiskey-Glazed Short Ribs with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes?
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 Whiskey-Glazed Short Ribs with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes 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 Whiskey-Glazed Short Ribs with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes?
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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