Pregnancy Friendly Korean Braised Beef Short Rib Soup
Few things are as deeply comforting as a long-simmered broth loaded with fall-off-the-bone beef and tender daikon, and this Korean-inspired soup delivers exactly that kind of soul-warming satisfaction. The recipe starts with a quick blanch-and-rinse step that removes impurities from the short ribs before the real cooking begins — a smart move that results in a cleaner, clearer broth and is especially reassuring when you're being mindful about what goes into your body. Slow-simmering the ribs for two full hours means the beef reaches a safe internal temperature well above the recommended threshold, so there's no guesswork involved. Coconut aminos stand in for traditional soy sauce, keeping the savory depth without any fermented soy concerns, while fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric add warmth and anti-inflammatory goodness to every spoonful. Daikon soaks up all that rich, garlicky broth as it cooks, turning silky and mild in the best possible way. Finished with bright scallions and optional fresh herbs, this is the kind of nourishing, protein-packed meal that feels like it was made with care — because it genuinely was.
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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
Ingredient noteCook all meat thoroughly when pregnant.
- 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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