Emulsifier Free Rosemary-Garlic Braised Beef Short Ribs
Braised short ribs are the kind of dish that makes a whole house smell incredible, and this version delivers deep, slow-cooked richness without a single additive or synthetic ingredient in sight. The seasoning blend of turmeric and ginger gives the meat a warm, earthy crust before it ever hits the pot, and searing in coconut oil builds a gorgeous fond that becomes the backbone of the braising liquid. Pomegranate juice and apple cider vinegar bring a subtle brightness that balances the richness of the beef, while coconut aminos add savory depth in place of anything processed or emulsifier-laden. Fresh rosemary and thyme do the heavy lifting on aromatics, so there's no need for packaged spice blends or store-bought sauces that often sneak in unwanted additives. The long, low oven braise does the rest — by the time the lid comes off, the meat is falling off the bone and the vegetables have soaked up every bit of that fragrant, glossy liquid. It's a genuinely impressive centerpiece that happens to be built entirely from whole, clean ingredients you can trust.
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4 servings
- 8 bone-in beef short ribs (about 4 lb total)
- 1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
- 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (100% juice, no added sugar)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 cups bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand, no pepper or additives)
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Pat the short ribs completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine the salt, turmeric, and ginger, then rub the mixture evenly over all sides of the ribs.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in two batches to avoid crowding, sear the short ribs for 3–4 minutes per side until deeply browned on all four sides, then transfer to a plate. Pour off all but about 1 tablespoon of fat from the pot.
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