MSG Free Korean Braised Beef Short Rib Soup
Few things are as deeply satisfying as a bowl of slow-simmered beef rib soup, and this Korean-inspired version delivers rich, bone-deep flavor without a single packet of seasoning or store-bought broth. The secret is patience — a long, gentle simmer coaxes everything out of the ribs naturally, so the broth builds its own savory depth from garlic, ginger, and the beef itself. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for traditional soy sauce, bringing that familiar umami warmth while keeping the ingredient list completely clean and free of added glutamates. The daikon soaks up all that beefy goodness as it cooks, turning silky and mild in the best possible way. A quick blanch at the start pulls out any impurities from the ribs, which is a small step that makes a big difference in the clarity and cleanliness of the final broth. Scallions and a handful of fresh herbs at the end keep things bright and lively against all that deep, slow-cooked richness. This is the kind of soup that tastes like it took serious skill, but the process is mostly just letting time do the work.
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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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