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Beef short ribs
Calories & nutrition facts
chuck, boneless, separable lean only, trimmed to 0" fat, choice, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 175 kcal —
- Protein 19 g 39%
- Carbohydrate 0.3 g 0%
- Fat 11 g 14%
- Saturated fat 4.6 g 23%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 81 mg 4%
- Cholesterol 73 mg 24%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 2 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.1 µg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.17 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 1.5 µg 1%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.08 mg 7%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.2 mg 15%
- Niacin (B3) 3.6 mg 22%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.74 mg 15%
- Vitamin B6 0.31 mg 18%
- Folate (B9) 3 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 3.3 µg 138%
- Choline 74.3 mg 14%
Minerals
- Calcium 11 mg 1%
- Iron 2.5 mg 14%
- Magnesium 21 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 187 mg 15%
- Potassium 313 mg 7%
- Zinc 8.3 mg 75%
- Copper 0.08 mg 9%
- Manganese 0.01 mg 1%
- Selenium 22.3 µg 41%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 175 | 19 g | 0.3 g | 11 g |
| 1 × oz | 113 g | 198 | 22 g | 0.3 g | 12 g |
| 1 × piece | 434 g | 760 | 84 g | 1.3 g | 46 g |
| 2 × oz | 226 g | 396 | 44 g | 0.7 g | 24 g |
| ½ × oz | 56.5 g | 99 | 11 g | 0.2 g | 6 g |
| 3 × oz | 339 g | 593 | 66 g | 1 g | 36 g |
| 4 × oz | 452 g | 791 | 88 g | 1.3 g | 48 g |
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Questions about Beef short ribs
How do you cook beef short ribs so they turn tender?
Brown them well, then braise covered with stock or wine and aromatics at 150°C for about 3 hours, until a fork slides easily into the meat. Keep the liquid at a gentle simmer rather than a rolling boil.
Can you cook beef short ribs in a pressure cooker?
Yes. Brown the ribs first, then cook them with a little stock and aromatics at high pressure for about 45 minutes; let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes before opening. If they are not fork-tender, cook them for a little longer.
What dishes are beef short ribs good in?
They are well suited to slow braises, Korean galbi jjim and barbecue-style ribs. Serve braised ribs with mashed potato or polenta to soak up the cooking juices.
Can you use beef short ribs instead of beef chuck in a stew?
Yes; short ribs make a rich, gelatinous stew, but their bones take up space in the pot. Brown them first and allow about 3 hours of gentle simmering, then remove the bones before serving.
How long do cooked beef short ribs keep in the fridge?
Cool them promptly and refrigerate in a covered container; use within 3–4 days. Store them with their sauce so the meat stays moist, and reheat until steaming hot throughout.
What is a typical serving of beef short ribs?
A typical portion is about 113 g. Because short ribs often include bone, the amount of meat you actually eat will be less than the weight of the piece.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170783 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
