Fructose Free Rosemary-Garlic Braised Beef Short Ribs
Braised short ribs are one of those deeply satisfying, slow-cooked dishes that feel like a reward at the end of a long day, and this version delivers serious depth of flavor without relying on any high-fructose ingredients or sweeteners that can sneak into conventional braise recipes. The seasoning rub of turmeric and ginger gives the meat a warm, aromatic crust before it ever hits the pot, and a long sear in coconut oil builds the kind of rich, caramelized fond that makes the whole braise taste like it came from a restaurant kitchen. Pomegranate juice — 100% juice with no added sugar — stands in as the braising liquid's backbone, lending a gentle tartness and color that plays beautifully against the savory bone broth and coconut aminos. Carrots, onion, and garlic round out the pot with natural sweetness that stays well within fructose-friendly territory, while fresh rosemary and thyme do the heavy lifting on aroma. After nearly three hours in a low oven, the meat pulls away from the bone with almost no effort, and the braising liquid reduces into a glossy, spoonable sauce you'll want to drizzle over everything on the plate. It's the kind of recipe that makes a fructose-conscious approach feel genuinely abundant rather than restrictive.
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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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