Swiss Zürich-style Braised Ribs

Swiss Zürich-style Braised Ribs recipe videos

This is a beloved Swiss comfort food from Zurich, featuring tender strips of veal (or sometimes pork) slow-braised in a rich, creamy sauce with mushrooms and onions. It's a classic example of 'Geschnetzeltes' (sliced meat), often served with rösti or spätzle.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is a high-protein, high-fat dish due to the meat and cream-based sauce, with relatively low carbohydrates unless served with starchy sides. A typical serving provides a good source of B vitamins and iron, with a calorie count ranging from 400-600 kcal.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	800 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Zinc	5 mg
Iron	3 mg
Niacin (B3)	10 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 µg
Selenium	35 µg

Per 1 serving (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a staple of Zurich's 'Gasthaus' (inn) cuisine and is famously associated with the city's culinary identity. Nutritionally, the slow-braising method helps tenderize the lean veal while the cream adds richness, creating a balanced yet indulgent meal.