Description
Korean Galbi BBQ short ribs deliver a perfect balance of sweet and smoky flavors that dance across your palate. Marinated in a rich soy-based sauce and grilled to caramelized perfection, you’ll savor an authentic taste of Seoul’s street food magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 kilogram (2 pounds) beef short ribs, Korean-style butterflied
Marinade Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup onion, finely grated
- 1/4 cup nashi pear, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons mirin
- 2 teaspoons garlic, finely grated
- 2 teaspoons ginger, finely grated
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Create a robust marinade by whisking all ingredients together in a large mixing bowl until thoroughly blended and smooth.
- Transfer beef ribs into a spacious marinating container, ensuring each piece receives complete marinade coverage through gentle massaging.
- Refrigerate the marinated meat for a full day, allowing complex flavors to penetrate deeply and tenderize the protein.
- Heat outdoor grill to approximately 450°F, creating intense direct heat zones for optimal caramelization.
- Place marinated ribs onto searing hot grill grates, cooking approximately 3-4 minutes per side to develop rich mahogany-colored exterior.
- Monitor meat closely, rotating periodically to prevent burning while achieving consistent golden-brown crusting.
- For indoor cooking, utilize heavy cast-iron skillet at high temperature with minimal oil, searing ribs until exterior develops deep amber coloration.
- Allow cooked ribs to rest 5-7 minutes, enabling internal juices to redistribute and maintain maximum tenderness.
- Garnish with delicate sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions for enhanced visual appeal and aromatic complexity.
- Serve immediately alongside traditional Korean accompaniments like kimchi, steamed rice, and refreshing cucumber salad.
Notes
- Marinate for Maximum Flavor: Letting the ribs sit in the marinade for a full 24 hours ensures deep penetration of sweet and savory Korean flavors, making the meat incredibly tender and delicious.
- Grill vs. Skillet Options: While a smoking hot BBQ grill provides authentic charred edges, a high-heat skillet works perfectly for those without outdoor grilling access, delivering equally mouth-watering results.
- Customize for Dietary Needs: For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari, and use coconut aminos as a low-sodium alternative that maintains the rich umami profile of the original recipe.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair with traditional Korean side dishes like kimchi and cucumber salad to create a complete meal that balances the rich, caramelized meat with fresh, crisp accompaniments.
- Prep Time: 24 hours
- Cook Time: 6–12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg