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Guinness Braised Short Ribs

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These melt-in-your-mouth Guinness Braised Short Ribs are hearty, super comforting and incredibly delicious, slowly cooked in stout, beef broth and lots of fresh herbs. They really are fall-off-the-bone deliciousness!

a braiser filled with short ribs in a dark sauce topped with parsley

If I were to pick my favorite type of dish when it comes to winter comfort, these Guinness braised short ribs is what I would go for. For me, these are the epitome of comfort. These melt-in-your-mouth short ribs served over creamy mashed potatoes; life couldn’t get any better. These ribs are to die for, intense in flavor, so meaty and succulent. If you love beef, you will love my recipe. We’re talking beef and beer. I know it sounds more like guy food, but ladies, forget about salads for a moment and make these, you will not regret it.

I will tell you though that this is not a quick recipe, braising meat takes a long time, you have to slowly cook the meat until it falls off the bone. However, it’s still really easy to put together, then just place the pot in the oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours and you can go watch a movie while waiting for your ribs.

What Is Braising

While braising takes a long time, it is such a simple technique and one so worth all the waiting time. There are 4 simple steps to braising any type of meat.

  1. Sear the meat.
  2. Saute the mirepoix (onions, celery, carrots, etc.)
  3. Deglaze the pot
  4. Braise it!

It really is that simple. The end result, my friends, is fall-off-the-bone tender, succulent meat. That’s all. This is my secret I pass on to you.

What Is The Difference Between Braising And Stewing?

Both braising and stewing require a long time, but do you ever wonder what the difference is? I usually wonder about these things, don’t you? The answer, peeps, is in the amount of liquid you use.

While braising only requires the food (meat) to be partially submerged in cooking liquid, stewing requires the meat in this case, to be fully submerged in liquid. There you go, another secret I passed on to you.

Ingredients

Here’s what ingredients you’ll need for this delicious dish:

  • Flour
  • Salt & pepper
  • Beef short ribs
  • Olive oil
  • Onions
  • Carrots
  • Celery
  • Garlic
  • Tomato paste
  • Guinness stout
  • Beef Broth
  • Liquid Smoke
  • Fresh herbs such as rosemary, thyme, and parsley
a bowl of braised short ribs over mashed potatoes topped with parsley with a can of guinness in the background

How To Make Braised Short Ribs

As I mentioned there are 4 steps to braising any type of meat and this applies to these short ribs.

Sear the meat: Dredge the short ribs first in a bit of seasoned flour with salt and pepper, then sear them in a large Dutch oven or braiser to lock in those flavors and sear some of that fat so it crisps up a bit. Transfer the ribs to a plate and set aside.

Saute the mirepoix: Add the onions, carrot, celery, garlic to the braiser and saute them for about 3 to 4 minutes, or until the onion has softened and the garlic is aromatic.

Deglaze the pot: Stir in the tomato paste and add in the Guinness, broth, liquid smoke, spices and stir everything, scraping up all the brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.

Braise: Add the short ribs back to the braiser, cover with a lid and transfer to the oven. Cook for 2 1/2 to 3 hours at 375 F degrees, or until the ribs fall off the bone.

What Are Short Ribs

Short ribs are a cut of beef taken from the brisket, chuck, plate or rib areas of beef. They are the equivalent of spare ribs in pork. Beef short ribs are usually larger and meatier than pork spare ribs.

a braiser filled with braised short ribs in a dark sauce topped with parsley

What Can I Use Instead Of Guinness

Guinness is a classic Irish stout with a deep dark brown color topped with a rich, dense head when poured. While the color may intimidate you, the flavor is surprisingly light. It’s a velvety smooth treat! If you would like to substitute the beer in this recipe, I would try to stick to Irish stouts.

Another great way to braise short ribs is to use a red wine such as a Cabarnet Sauvignon, Shiraz or a Zinfandel.

How To Serve

In my humble opinion the best way to serve these short ribs is over mashed potatoes. Yeah you could probably get away with serving these over some pasta or with a salad, but nothing tastes as good as hot succulent short ribs over mashed potatoes drenched in some of that wonderful sauce you get from slow cooking the ribs. Another way I love to serve them is over some creamy polenta!

Hands down my favorite comfort meal. No other cut of beef has their rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. So worth the wait of braising them!

a fork with a piece of braised shortrib with a bowl of food in the background

Leftovers

Store leftover short ribs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Freezing

You can also freeze these ribs, also stored in an airtight container or freezer bags. They will last in the freezer, if properly stored, for up to 2 months.

More great recipes to try:

  • Skillet Shepherd’s Pie
  • Moussaka
  • Crockpot Cabbage Rolls
  • Skillet Chicken Pot Pie
  • Instant Pot BBQ Pork Ribs
  • Korean BBQ Ribs

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4.73 from 69 votes

Guinness Braised Short Ribs

Prep 10 minutes
Cook 3 hours
Total 3 hours 10 minutes
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These melt-in-your-mouth Guinness Braised Short Ribs are hearty, super comforting and incredibly delicious, slowly cooked in stout, beef broth and lots of fresh herbs. They really are fall-off-the-bone deliciousness!
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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
  • 4 pound beef short ribs
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 large carrot (chopped)
  • 2 stalks celery (chopped)
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 440 ml Guinness stout ((1 can))
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon liquid smoke (I used Mesquite)
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

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Instructions 

  • Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 375 F degrees.
  • Prepare short ribs: In a shallow plate whisk together the flour, salt and pepper. Dredge the short ribs through the flour mixture, making sure all sides are covered in flour.
  • Sear short ribs on all sides: In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ribs, only half of them at a time, do not over crowd them and sear them on all sides, about 3 to 4 min per side until browned. Repeat with remaining ribs. Remove the ribs from the pot and set aside.
  • Saute veggies: In the same pot add the onions, carrot, celery, garlic and saute for about 3 to 4 minutes or until the onion has softened and the garlic is aromatic. 
  • Deglaze the pot: Stir in the tomato paste. Add the Guinness stout, beef broth, liquid smoke, rosemary and thyme to the pot and bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper, if needed. Add the short ribs back to the pot and cover with a lid.
  • Transfer to the oven and braise: Place the pot in the oven and cook for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until the ribs fall off the bone.
  • Garnish and serve: Remove the rosemary and thyme from the pot, then garnish with parsley. Serve hot over mashed potatoes.

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Notes

While I prefer to serve this over mashed potatoes, it’s also amazing over pasta, polenta, or even on its own.
You can use pork ribs in this recipe if you prefer.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days. 
Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used. 
 

Nutrition Information

Calories: 386kcal (19%)Carbohydrates: 11g (4%)Protein: 34g (68%)Fat: 20g (31%)Saturated Fat: 7g (44%)Cholesterol: 97mg (32%)Sodium: 413mg (18%)Potassium: 839mg (24%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 1445IU (29%)Vitamin C: 4.8mg (6%)Calcium: 30mg (3%)Iron: 4.3mg (24%)
© Author Joanna Cismaru

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

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New year eve's dinner
New year eve's dinner
Posted: 26 days ago

5 stars
Made this tonight and it turned out amazing, thank you for sharing this recipe. I felt like a pro…. forgot the Parsley for the pic

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Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 26 days ago

I’m so glad you liked it!

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@Zomadeit1
@Zomadeit1
Posted: 1 year ago

5 stars
Amazing! I had never cooked ribs or braised anything. This turned out sooo good! The ribs really fell off the bone! Everyone enjoyed. Time consuming recipe but so worth it!

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Ana Jinga
Ana Jinga
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Posted: 1 year ago

We are so happy you enjoyed them!

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Marissa
Marissa
Posted: 1 year ago

Hi Jo! What cut of beef short ribs do you use? I called a butcher shop and they asked me “english” vs. “flanken”? thanks!

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Marissa
Posted: 1 year ago

These are called english short ribs. 🙂

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Joey
Joey
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
This is to die for. Wish short ribs were a little more affordable so I could have them more often. Seriously good!!

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Alan Crossley
Alan Crossley
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
This is definitely a go to food when I have short ribs in the house. Over mashed potatoes makes it even better. Quick and easy to prepare. Most of the work is done long before its ready, so its perfect for serving to company.

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Jo Cooks Team
Jo Cooks Team
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Posted: 2 years ago

Potatoes are a must! We’re so glad you love these.

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Reba C
Reba C
Posted: 2 years ago

Can this be done in a slow cooker and be just as good ?

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Reba C
Posted: 2 years ago

Yes, for sure. I would still do the first 3 steps, sear the meat, saute the mirepoix, deglaze the pot, and then add everything to the slow cooker and I would cook on low for about 8 hours. If you try it, let me know how they turn out. 🙂

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Ramona Ciobanu
Ramona Ciobanu
Posted: 3 years ago

This looks amazing. Can’t wait to try it. Can I leave out the liquid smoke? Or is there anything else I can replace it with?

I love all your recipes. I get so many compliments when I make them

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Jo Cooks Team
Jo Cooks Team
Reply to  Ramona Ciobanu
Posted: 3 years ago

You can leave it out if you’d like! Smoked paprika would be a good substitute.

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Grace
Grace
Posted: 3 years ago

5 stars
Rich, tasty and incredible with mashed potatoes. HUGE hit with the family and great dish to end the winter season.

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sue
sue
Posted: 3 years ago

I am going to make this in my Instant Pot next weekend…….probably timing it as a beef stew….will let you all know how it turns out

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Patrick R Nugent
Patrick R Nugent
Posted: 3 years ago

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This is a absolute great way to do short ribs. If you do boneless ribs be sure to go lower and slower, as boneless ribs are not really ribs but from the shoulder area. Treat boneless cuts as if you were cooking a Boston Butt.

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graham Douglas
graham Douglas
Posted: 3 years ago

G’day Jo could you please tell me what is liquid smoke i have not come across this one. with thanks Graham Douglas

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 3 years ago

Hi! Liquid smoke is a water-soluble liquid used for providing food with a smoky flavor. There’s a link to the it in the ingredients list, so you can see it on amazon and see what it looks like. You can find it in all grocery stores.

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baltisraul
baltisraul
Posted: 3 years ago

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Be advised if you use boneless beef ribs, they are actually from the shoulder region and are not rib meat at all. They are still good but you will need to adjust your cooking time and internal temp to get them as tender as actual on the bone beef ribs. This recipe is the BOMB! Give it a try, you will never look back.

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Erica
Erica
Posted: 4 years ago

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I made this today for dinner and omg it was so delicious!! Thank you for all of your delicious recipes 😽

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Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 4 years ago

My pleasure!

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Dana
Dana
Posted: 4 years ago

5 stars
This recipe was so delicious! I made this multiplied by 7 for a group of 50 as a second meat option. It was loved by all and they want the recipe! I made exactly as written with the addition of koser salt on the meat for 5 minutes before patting dry then flouring . Also sprinkled koser salt on the meat after Browning. I made gravy/sauce by straining the liquid in the end and removing fat. I then heated a little of the fat with a few TBSP flour until bubbly and poured back in the liquid. (1TBSP flour per cup of liquid) Brought to boil the simmered for a few 15minutes. Made it 3 days before the party and refrigerated.

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may
may
Posted: 4 years ago

can I make this without a dutch oven?

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Nicole Beaulieu
Nicole Beaulieu
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Posted: 4 years ago

If you have an alternate pot that is suitable for braising then you’ll be fine.

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