Turkey Free Korean-Style Braised Short Ribs
These Korean-style braised short ribs are the kind of deeply savory, fall-off-the-bone dish that makes the whole house smell incredible for hours. Bone-in beef short ribs get a long, slow braise in a blended sauce built from Asian pear, coconut aminos, fresh ginger, garlic, and warm spices like turmeric and Ceylon cinnamon — a combination that delivers serious depth without a single drop of soy sauce or anything poultry-derived. The Asian pear does double duty here, naturally tenderizing the meat while adding a subtle sweetness that balances the savory braising liquid beautifully. Carrots and parsnips join the pot in the final stretch, soaking up all that rich sauce and rounding out the meal. A quick reduction at the end concentrates everything into a glossy, spoon-coating sauce that you'll want to pour over every last bite. Whether you're navigating a specific dietary need or just craving a showstopping weekend braise, this recipe delivers restaurant-level results with straightforward technique and pantry-friendly ingredients.
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4 servings
For the ribs
- 3 lb bone-in beef short ribs, english-cut (about 2–3 inches thick)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the braising sauce
- 1 asian pear (about 8 oz), peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- ½ cup coconut aminos
- ½ cup bone broth
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
For the braise
- 2 cups bone broth
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 scallions, cut into 2-inch pieces
For serving
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the short ribs in a large bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain and pat thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season all sides evenly with the fine sea salt.
- 2
Combine the Asian pear, coconut aminos, 1/2 cup bone broth, honey, apple cider vinegar, ginger, turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, garlic, and onion in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
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