Description
Rich, tender beef short ribs slow-cooked in beer or beef broth with aromatic onions, garlic, and herbs, resulting in melt-in-your-mouth perfection perfect for a hearty dinner.
Ingredients
Beef Short Ribs
- 2 lbs beef short ribs
Liquid and Aromatics
- 1 cup beer (or beef broth)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 sprig rosemary
Instructions
- Sear the Ribs: Heat olive oil in a hot skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Season the beef short ribs with salt and pepper, then sear them on all sides until they develop a rich brown crust, about 3-4 minutes per side. This step locks in flavor.
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the seared short ribs into the slow cooker. Add the sliced onions, minced garlic, and a sprig of rosemary on top of the ribs.
- Add Liquid: Pour 1 cup of beer or beef broth over the ribs and aromatics in the slow cooker. This liquid will keep the meat moist while infusing it with flavor during cooking.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 8 hours or on High for 4 hours, until the ribs are tender enough to pull apart easily with a fork.
- Optional Sauce Reduction: After cooking, for a thicker sauce, carefully remove the ribs and transfer the cooking liquid to a saucepan. Simmer the liquid on the stove over medium heat until it reduces to your preferred consistency, then pour over the ribs before serving.
Notes
- Use beer for a richer, deeper flavor or substitute with beef broth if preferred or for a milder taste.
- To enhance the herb flavor, add additional rosemary or thyme sprigs.
- The ribs can be prepared a day ahead; just reheat gently before serving.
- For a thicker sauce, reduce the cooking liquid on the stove after slow cooking.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, polenta, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Dinner / Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
