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Authentic Korean BBQ Short Ribs (Galbi)

Learn how to make tender, flavorful Korean short ribs (galbi) at home with this authentic recipe. These sweet and savory beef short ribs are marinated in a traditional blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, and Asian pear, then grilled to perfection for an impressive and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 710
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds beef short ribs cut flanken style (across the bones)
  • ¾ cup soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¼ cup rice wine mirin
  • 1 Asian pear peeled and finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine, grated Asian pear, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and black pepper. Whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Place the short ribs in a large ziplock bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure all ribs are evenly coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, but preferably overnight. Turn the ribs occasionally to ensure even marination.
  4. When ready to cook, remove the ribs from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F).
  6. Remove the ribs from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Grill the ribs for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. The thin-cut ribs will cook quickly, so watch them carefully.
  8. While grilling, brush the ribs occasionally with the reserved marinade for the first few minutes of cooking to add extra flavor and moisture.
  9. Once cooked, transfer to a serving platter and garnish with additional sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Calories: 710kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 29gFat: 56gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 112mgSodium: 2231mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17g
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