Yak Short Ribs
Yak Short Ribs
100% Grass Fed
Rotationally Grazed
Needle Free
- 100% grass-fed & finished (no grain)
- 100% Pure Yak
- Lean protein
- Chemical free
- 'Needle-free': NO vaccines, antibiotics, hormones or dewormers
- Maximal nutrition
- Description
- Ingredients
- Standards
- Best Uses
What makes yak short ribs stand out is their high collagen content (especially due to free ranging out on pasture). As the short ribs cook, the collagen breaks down and the meat becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender.
By choosing our 100% Grass-Fed, needle-free yak short ribs, you’re embracing nose-to-tail eating, honoring the animal, and making the most of every part—just like our ancestors did. Our yaks are rotationally grazed on nutrient-rich pastures and never given antibiotics, vaccines, hormones, or unnecessary chemicals—ensuring a clean, collagen-rich cut.
Easy to prep and incredibly versatile, yak short ribs offer restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort—perfect for a comforting meal or meal prep.
Braising Method:
- Brown the short ribs on all sides in a hot pan, then cook them low and slow in a braising liquid (such as water, broth, wine, or a combination of both) for 3-4 hours until the meat is tender and easily pulls from the bone. The result is a flavorful, melt-in-your-mouth meal.
Slow Cooker Method:
- Place your short ribs in a slow cooker with seasonings, vegetables, and a bit of broth or wine. Let them cook on low for 6–8 hours for a rich, tender dish that can be served over mashed potatoes, rice, or with a side of roasted vegetables.
Grilling or Smoking:
- For those who enjoy a smoky flavor, short ribs can be grilled or smoked at low temperatures for a few hours. While this method won’t offer the same fall-apart tenderness as braising, it still delivers incredible flavor and texture when paired with a flavorful marinade or rub.
Meal Ideas:
- Serve with mashed potatoes or polenta to soak up the rich sauce.
- Pair with roasted potatoes and a crisp salad for a well-rounded, comforting meal.
- For a twist, shred the meat and use it in tacos, sandwiches, or rice bowls.
100% Grass-Fed
Our commitment to 100% grass-fed yak means no grains, no feedlots—ever. Our yak graze freely on nutrient-rich pastures, eating the diet nature intended, which supports their metabolic health and aligns with their natural physiology. In contrast, grain-fed cows and yak are confined to feedlots with limited movement, rapidly fattened on high-energy grain diets that produce excessively fatty meat—far removed from the cuts of meat historically consumed from wild ruminants.
Research shows that grain-fed livestock develop elevated glucose metabolites, triglycerides, and oxidative stress markers, while pasture-finished animals maintain superior metabolic function.
By choosing our 100% grass-fed yak, you’re enjoying a cleaner, more nutrient-dense product that mirrors the meat our ancestors thrived on—free from the endocrine-disrupting pesticides and phytoestrogens often found in conventional grain-fed lamb.
Free of Pharmaceuticals and Toxic Agrochemicals
Healthy animals don’t need pharmaceutical interventions. Our yak are raised in optimal conditions—grazing on fresh pasture, breathing clean air, and regularly moved to new grass, ensuring they aren’t living in their own waste or exposed to toxins. This natural lifestyle eliminates the need for routine antibiotics, vaccines (including mRNA vaccines), hormones, and dewormers. In contrast, conventional feedlot livestock are confined to crowded, unsanitary conditions, requiring constant pharmaceutical support to stay healthy.
By prioritizing regenerative farming practices, our farmers raise resilient yak that rarely get sick. Our animals experience minimal parasite exposure, no stress from confinement, and receive optimal nutrition from diverse pastures that supports their immune function and metabolic health. Our needle-free yak offers pure, wholesome meat—just as nature intended—without the pharmaceutical crutches required by industrial agriculture.
Needle free meat - free of vaccines, antibiotics, hormones & dewormers.
Naturally Lean Protein
Due to their adaptation to high-altitude, cold, and resource-limited environments, yaks efficiently use the food they consume, focusing on muscle development rather than fat storage, resulting in meat that is leaner than many other types of red meat, including beef. Ground yak is typically around 95% lean, yet it remains naturally tender and full of flavor. Traditionally a staple for indigenous communities in harsh regions like the Himalayas, yak meat is prized for its mild, slightly sweet taste.
Much of the yak meat on the market is a cross between yak and beef, bred to combine the hardiness and lean qualities of yaks with the size and faster growth rates of cattle. Pure yak is less common and more expensive because it grows more slowly and takes longer to reach maturity. Our yak meat is 100% pure yak, not a cross with beef, ensuring an authentic flavor without the gamey taste often found in wild meats. It offers a clean, natural taste, perfect for adding a lean and flavorful protein source to meals.
