Are Flanken Ribs the Same as Short Ribs?

Flanken, Beef Short Ribs and Beef Spare Ribs are all actually the same piece of meat. The difference is simply in how it is cut. When cut across the bone about 3” thick and then cut again between each bone, we call this “Short Ribs” shown below center. ...

Where do flanken ribs come from?

Rather than being cut between the bones, Flanken Style Ribs are cut thin across the rib bones.

What is the best substitute for short ribs?

They are cut from the chuck, or shoulder, of the animal. For that reason, chuck roast is the best substitute when boneless short ribs are unavailable.

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