Oats Free Korean Braised Beef Short Rib Soup
Few things are as deeply satisfying as a bowl of tender braised short ribs swimming in a rich, fragrant broth, and this Korean-inspired soup delivers exactly that kind of soul-warming comfort. The beef is blanched first to remove impurities, then slow-simmered with smashed garlic, fresh ginger, and daikon radish until the meat practically falls from the bone — a technique that builds a broth with serious depth and clarity. Coconut aminos bring that savory, umami backbone in place of traditional soy sauce, making this completely grain-free without sacrificing any of the flavor you'd expect from a classic galbi-tang. A touch of apple cider vinegar and turmeric round out the broth with brightness and warmth, while the daikon soaks up every bit of that slow-cooked richness as it softens into silky, melt-in-your-mouth rounds. For anyone navigating oat sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of grains and thickeners — every ingredient on the list is clean and straightforward, so there's no label-reading anxiety involved. Finished with tender scallions and a scatter of fresh herbs, it's the kind of bowl that looks impressive but comes together with very little fuss.
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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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