Mustard and Beer Braised Country Style Pork Ribs

Mustard and Beer Braised Country Style Pork Ribs 

2 tbsp olive oil

5 lbs country style pork ribs 

1/2 tsp dry mustard 

1/8 tsp pepper

Pinch of salt 

1/2 tsp garlic powder 

1/2 tsp onion powder 

12 oz beer

1 cup chicken stock 

2 tbsp whole grain mustard 

1/4 cup flour 

3/4 cup water 

Salt to taste 

Pepper to taste 

In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil on medium high heat. 

Pat ribs dry with paper towel and then rub them with dry mustard, pepper, salt, onion powder and garlic powder. 

Add ribs to Dutch oven and sear on all sides for approximately 3 minutes per side. Remove from Dutch oven and place on a plate to rest. 

Add mustard to oil whisking until combined. Add chicken stock and whisk, scraping up crispy bits of pork. Add beer and mix well. 

Return the pork ribs to the Dutch oven, cover and place in a 350 degree oven for 1 1/2 hours. Remove cover and cook an additional hour, turning ribs at the 30 minute mark. 

Remove ribs to a serving platter and cover tightly with foil. Place Dutch oven on stove and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Mix flour and water & add to Dutch oven, whisking to mix well. Bring to a boil and simmer for approximately 5 minutes creating a smooth gravy. Add salt and pepper to taste.  

Serve over white rice or garlic mashed potatoes