Crockpot Guinness Braised Short Ribs

Crockpot Guinness Braised Short Ribs

Tender beef short ribs braised in a rich Guinness-infused sauce, perfect for a cozy meal.

Servings: 4 | Cook Time: 480 minutes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 500 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef short ribs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup Guinness stout
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Sear the Ribs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear short ribs on all sides until browned.
2. Prepare the Base: In the same skillet, add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
3. Combine Ingredients: Transfer ribs, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. Add beef broth, Guinness, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Cook: Set slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours until ribs are tender.
5. Thicken Sauce (Optional): Remove ribs, skim fat from the sauce, and reduce sauce on the stovetop if desired.
6. Serve: Return ribs to the sauce, serve warm, and enjoy.

Tips

• For best results, sear ribs in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
• Use a fat separator to easily remove excess fat from the sauce.
• Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

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