Soy Free Korean Braised Beef Short Rib Soup
Few things are as deeply comforting as a bowl of long-simmered beef and radish soup, and this Korean-inspired version delivers that soul-warming richness from start to finish. The short ribs are blanched first to produce an exceptionally clean, clear broth — a small extra step that makes a genuinely noticeable difference in flavor. Smashed garlic, fresh ginger coins, and a touch of turmeric build a fragrant, golden base, while the daikon soaks up all that savory depth as it turns silky and tender over a slow, low simmer. The key swap here is coconut aminos in place of conventional soy sauce, which means the dish keeps all of its umami-rich, slightly sweet character without any soy in sight — no label-reading required. A splash of apple cider vinegar quietly brightens the whole pot, and by the time the beef is pulling away from the bone, the broth smells absolutely incredible. Finished with fresh scallions and optional herbs, it's the kind of bowl that feels both weeknight-achievable and genuinely special.
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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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