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slow cooker irish stout beef short ribs cooked until tender in rich dark gravy

Slow Cooker Irish Stout Beef Short Ribs

This slow cooker Irish stout beef short ribs recipe creates tender, fall-apart meat in a rich, bold gravy made with dark stout beer, garlic, and savory ingredients. The slow cooking process builds deep flavor while keeping the recipe simple and hands-off. It works great for cozy dinners, family meals, or weekend comfort food. Serve these beef short ribs with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread for a hearty and satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Irish
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs beef short ribs bone-in
  • 1 bottle Irish stout beer like Guinness
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme optional

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef short ribs on all sides until browned.
  2. Place chopped onion and garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Add the seared ribs on top of the onion mixture.
  4. In a bowl, mix stout beer, beef broth, tomato paste, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Pour the sauce over the ribs.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours.
  7. Once done, remove ribs carefully and spoon off excess fat from the sauce if needed.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite sides.