Meat & Poultry · per 100g
A heavily marbled and collagen-rich cut from the brisket, chuck, or rib areas, beef short ribs transform into a succulent, fork-tender delicacy through slow cooking while providing a dense profile of bioavailable minerals and B vitamins.
Fat, Niacin
Niacin, Vitamin B6
Zinc, Vitamin B6
Zinc, Niacin
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The 'flanken' style of short ribs, cut across the bone rather than between them, was popularized by Jewish immigrants in Eastern Europe as a way to make a tough, inexpensive cut of meat palatable through long braising.
Standout nutrients
Zinc
Vitamin B6
Niacin
Selenium
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
Beef production is a significant driver of greenhouse gas emissions and land use compared to other protein sources.
Storage
Refrigerate
3–5 days
Keep in original packaging or airtight container.
Freeze
6–12 months
Wrap tightly to prevent freezer burn.
Flavour
Harmonized from 2 validated sources
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