{"id":"9b52d3fd-df16-4ea9-8f1e-c9abac7f04fc","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/9b52d3fd-df16-4ea9-8f1e-c9abac7f04fc","source_url":"https://elaraeats.com/savory-beer-braised-short-rib-tacos-recipe-easy-perfect-for-taco-night/","title":"Savory Beer-Braised Short Rib Tacos","description":"Tender, malty beer-braised short ribs served in warm tortillas with tangy pickled red onions, perfect for a comforting and flavorful taco night.","servings":12,"servings_text":"12","prep_time":"PT15M","cook_time":"PT3H","total_time":"PT3H15M","image_url":"https://elaraeats.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/beer-braised-short-rib-tacos-225x225.webp","ingredients":[{"text":"3 pounds beef short ribs, bone-in","item":"beef short ribs, bone-in","quantity":3,"unit":"lb"},{"text":"2 tablespoons olive oil","item":"olive oil","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 large onion, chopped","item":"large onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"chopped"},{"text":"4 cloves garlic, minced","item":"garlic","quantity":4,"unit":"clove","preparation":"minced"},{"text":"12 ounces craft beer (malty amber ale recommended)","item":"craft beer","quantity":12,"unit":"oz","preparation":"malty amber ale recommended"},{"text":"1 cup beef broth","item":"beef broth","quantity":1,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"2 tablespoons tomato paste","item":"tomato paste","quantity":2,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce","item":"Worcestershire sauce","quantity":1,"unit":"tbsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon smoked paprika","item":"smoked paprika","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cumin","item":"ground cumin","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste","item":"Salt and freshly ground black pepper","preparation":"to taste"},{"text":"1 large red onion, thinly sliced","item":"large red onion","quantity":1,"preparation":"thinly sliced"},{"text":"½ cup apple cider vinegar","item":"apple cider vinegar","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"½ cup granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"½ cup water","item":"water","quantity":0.5,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)","item":"red pepper flakes","unit":"pinch","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"12 small corn or flour tortillas","item":"small corn or flour tortillas","quantity":12},{"text":"Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped","item":"Fresh cilantro leaves","preparation":"roughly chopped"},{"text":"Crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese (optional)","item":"Crumbled queso fresco or shredded Monterey Jack cheese","preparation":"optional"},{"text":"Lime wedges","item":"Lime wedges"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Pat the short ribs dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on all sides."},{"number":2,"text":"Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear ribs in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned. Remove and set aside."},{"number":3,"text":"Reduce heat to medium, add chopped onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant."},{"number":4,"text":"Pour in craft beer and scrape browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly."},{"number":5,"text":"Stir in beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and cumin."},{"number":6,"text":"Return ribs to the pot, nestle into liquid, cover with lid, and braise in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 2.5 to 3 hours until fork-tender."},{"number":7,"text":"While ribs braise, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, salt, water, and red pepper flakes in a saucepan. Heat until sugar and salt dissolve. Pour hot liquid over sliced onions and let cool. Refrigerate until serving."},{"number":8,"text":"Remove ribs from liquid, shred meat with two forks, discarding bones and excess fat. Reduce braising liquid on stovetop if too thin and drizzle over meat."},{"number":9,"text":"Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp towel."},{"number":10,"text":"Assemble tacos with shredded meat, pickled red onions, cilantro, cheese if using, and lime wedges."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:42:12.322725+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:42:12.322725+00:00"}