Citrus Free Korean Braised Beef Short Rib Soup
Few soups hit as deep as a long-simmered beef bone broth, and this Korean-inspired braised short rib version delivers that soul-warming richness without a drop of citrus anywhere in the recipe. Traditional versions of galbi-tang and similar dishes sometimes call for citrus-based marinades or brightening agents, but this one leans on coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a gentle hit of turmeric to build complexity and depth instead. The result is a broth that is savory, slightly earthy, and beautifully golden — no orange juice, no lemon, no lime, no hidden citrus lurking in a sauce packet. The initial blanching step is a small but important move that cleans the ribs and gives you a cleaner, clearer broth without any bitterness. Daikon rounds soak up all that garlicky, gingery goodness as they soften, and the scallions added at the end keep things fresh and bright. This is the kind of pot you want going on a cold afternoon, filling the kitchen with an aroma that makes everyone wander in to ask what's cooking.
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4 servings
For the stew
- 3 lb bone-in beef short ribs, cut flanken-style (about ½-inch thick) or english-cut
- 1 lb daikon radish, peeled and cut into 1-inch rounds
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced into coins
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 8 cups water
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 4 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the short ribs in the large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then cook for 5 minutes until the water turns gray and foamy. Drain through a colander and rinse each rib under cold running water, scrubbing off any gray residue. Rinse the pot clean.
- 2
Return the cleaned ribs to the pot and add the 8 cups of fresh water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low to maintain a steady, gentle simmer.
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