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Authentic Korean Short Ribs Galbi Recipe

Authentic Korean Short Ribs (Galbi)

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lbs Beef short ribs (flanken cut) Sliced 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick across the bones
  • 1/2 cup Soy sauce Low sodium preferred
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 Asian pear Peeled, cored, and grated
  • 6 Garlic cloves Minced
  • 2 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Fresh ginger Minced or finely grated
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Freshly ground
  • 4 Green onions Finely chopped, divided
  • 4 cups Cooked white rice For serving
  • 1 head Lettuce leaves Washed and dried, for serving
  • 1 cup Kimchi For serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl or food processor, combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, water, grated Asian pear, minced garlic, sesame oil, ginger, black pepper, and half of the chopped green onions. Blend or mix until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Place the flanken-cut beef short ribs in a large baking dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the ribs, ensuring every piece is evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  • Remove the ribs from the refrigerator 15 to 20 minutes before cooking to take the chill off. Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Remove the ribs from the marinade, shaking off any excess liquid. Grill the ribs for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the edges are caramelized, slightly charred, and the meat is cooked through.
  • Transfer the grilled ribs to a serving platter and garnish with the remaining chopped green onions. Serve immediately with steamed white rice, fresh lettuce leaves for wrapping, and a side of kimchi.