Beer-Braised Short Ribs

 BEER-BRAISED SHORT RIBS 
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• 2 lb. beef short ribs
• 3 tbs. canola oil or olive oil
• 1/2 cup pearl onions or diced onions
• 3 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 6-8 garlic cloves, sliced
• 2 cups stout beer or beef broth
• salt & pepper 
• flat-leaf parsley to top, optional

1. Season the short ribs on all sides with salt, pepper, & 1-2 minced garlic cloves.

2. Over medium-high heat, warm the canola oil until almost smoking. 

Brown the ribs on all sides, 3-4 minutes on each side. 

 3. Transfer meat to the Crock Pot & continue working on the veggies.

 4. Peel pearl onions or dice regular onions, chop carrots, celery, & finely slice garlic. 

5. In the same pan over medium heat, saute onions, carrots, celery & garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt & pepper.

6. Pour veggies over short ribs. 

7. Pour beer or broth in pan to collect flavors & then pour into Crock Pot over veggies & ribs.

8. Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6. 

9.Transfer the ribs into a bowl & cover with aluminum foil. Skim the fat off the sauce. 

10. Using a blender, let cool for 5 minutes before blend, then puree the sauce until smooth.

Save some whole veggies on the side to top ribs when serving. 

Plate Finished Product

STORY BEHIND THE DISH

A few months ago I saw a this recipe for short ribs in a William Sonoma cookbook, but it was to be made in a dutch oven. Since I do not have a dutch oven & I am seeking new great dishes for the Crock Pot I figured why not? This is a great dish as a week night dinner or even for a dinner party with good friends & good wine. 

 

MODIFICATIONS/Whole30

For Whole30 & Paleo use olive oil & replace beer with beef broth. I used pearl onions which can be more work, so if you do not have the time, just chop a regular onion. This dish would pair well with Garlic Roasted Mashed Potatoes, Red Smashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Mash or Creamy Polenta with Carrots & Spinach (as pictured). Don't forget you can always use gluten free beer or beef broth to make this a gluten free dish!