Description
Grilled beef galbi is a savory‑sweet Korean BBQ short ribs dish where thin flanken‑cut ribs are marinated in soy sauce, garlic, sesame oil and grated fruit, then grilled to smoky, caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
- Flanken‑cut beef short ribs (cut across the bone)
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Sesame oil
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh ginger, grated
- Asian pear or apple, grated
- Onion, grated
- Rice wine or mirin
- Ground black pepper
- Scallions, chopped (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, grated pear or apple, grated onion, rice wine or mirin, and black pepper.
- Place the short ribs in a large zip‑top bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the ribs and toss to coat evenly.
- Seal and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, for best flavor and tenderness. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Preheat the grill to medium‑high heat.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Grill the ribs for about 3‑4 minutes per side, until nicely charred and cooked through.:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Garnish with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot.:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Notes
- Using grated Asian pear (or apple) helps tenderize the meat and add natural sweetness. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- If you don’t have a grill, you can use a grill pan or broiler instead. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- Add gochujang (Korean chili paste) or red pepper flakes to the marinade for a spicier version. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Thin‑cut short ribs cook very quickly — keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
