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Braised Short Rib Ramen 

Now for what you all have been subscribed for months for… the ultimate ramen recipe. The inspiration for this recipe came from a collaboration I had months ago with a Bone Broth company - Kettle & Fire. I had to come up with a recipe that would highlight using their broth to elevate a dish and this was what came to mind instantly. I rocked it in my first try so I was determined to share this one with you guys. Now months later, I have something tangible for you guys. This recipe is quite easy and such low effort might I add. Let me know how you like it. Share pictures, feedback, everything. I love hearing from you.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: ~ 3 1/2 hours

Total Time: ~ 4 hours

Serving size: 4 - 6 bowls

Ingredients

Remember to season to your hearts desires, these are all estimates!

• 2 boxes kettle and fire beef bone broth 

• Dan O’s original seasoning or any all purpose seasoning

• Dan O’s spicy seasoning (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 boxes beef bone broth 

• 2lbs beef short ribs

• 6 garlic cloves

• 1 inch minced ginger

• 1 tsp red pepper flakes 

• 2 cups bone broth (you might need more)

• 1/2 cup Tamari (or soy sauce)

• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce

• 1/2 cup Shaoxing wine

• 1 tbsp chili garlic paste

• 1/4 cup fresh squeeze orange juice

• 2 stalks lemon grass

• 1/4 cup sliced green onion

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 3 packs Egg ramen noodles (I used Trader Joes Knife cut noodles)

• 3 eggs 

• Crispy fried shallots, for garnish 

• Green onions, for garnish 

Video Tutorial linked here.

Directions

1. Wash short ribs thoroughly with vinegar and lemons. Then pat the short ribs dry. 

2. Season ribs on all 4 sides with any multipurpose seasoning of your choice.

3. Heat a Dutch oven, add olive oil. Once heated, sear short ribs on all sides till you get a golden brown crust on all sides.

4. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.

5. Take the short ribs out of the pan and reduce the heat to low-medium 

6. Sauté the chopped garlic and green onions. 

7. Add red pepper flakes, chili garlic paste, tamari, Shaoxing wine, lemon grass, orange juice, and brown sugar.

8. Mix to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add the short ribs back to the pot. 

9. Pour 24 oz of bone broth to the pot.

10. Braise short ribs in the oven for 2 1/2 hours or until they’re falling off the bone.

11. Check short ribs mid- braise to make sure more liquid is not needed! 

12. Strain braising liquid or use an immersion blender to blitz the little bits.

13. Boil noodles according to package instructions using strained broth from the ramen. I got this suggestion from a supporter and it was definitely game changing.

14. Add eggs to boiling water and boil for 5 minutes. Leave eggs in boiling water for 2 more minutes.

15. Slice green onions 

16. Shred short ribs

17. Assemble your ramen bowl.

Completely optional but I would do an asian style pickle with carrots and cucumbers to add a bit of flair.

Serve hot with a nice bottle of pear soju.

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