Korean Marinated Short Ribs (Galbi) Recipe
Korean Marinated Short Ribs, also known as Galbi, are tender and flavorful beef short ribs marinated overnight in a savory blend of Korean pear, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and other aromatics. Grilled to perfection, these ribs are a delicious and authentic Korean BBQ favorite, typically served with sesame seeds and scallions, accompanied by traditional side dishes like kimchi and perilla leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Meat
- 3 lb beef short ribs (cut Flanken style)
Marinade
- 1 Korean pear
- 1 onion (white or yellow)
- 10 cloves garlic
- 1 inch ginger
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Garnish
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- Scallions (chopped)
Instructions
- Rinse the ribs: Rinse the beef short ribs thoroughly in cold water to remove any loose bone fragments and sediment. Drain them well and set aside to ensure a clean, fresh base for marinating.
- Prepare the marinade base: In a blender or food processor, combine the Korean pear, onion, garlic cloves, ginger, and water. Blend until the mixture forms a smooth pulp. For a smoother marinade, strain this mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to extract the juice, discarding the pulp.
- Mix the marinade: Pour the strained juice into a large mixing bowl. Add low sodium soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, sesame oil, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all the flavors and create a balanced marinade.
- Marinate the ribs: Place the drained short ribs into the large mixing bowl with the marinade, ensuring all pieces are coated thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to deeply penetrate the meat.
- Cook the ribs: Heat a grill, broiler, or pan over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated short ribs for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely caramelized and cooked to your preferred doneness.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle the cooked ribs with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Serve hot alongside traditional Korean banchan such as kimchi and perilla leaves for an authentic dining experience.
Notes
- Marinating overnight maximizes flavor and tenderness.
- Flanken-style short ribs are cut across the bone and fit well on a grill or pan.
- Adjust cooking time based on thickness and desired doneness.
- For a deeper flavor, grill over charcoal if possible.
- Serve with steamed rice and assorted Korean side dishes to complete the meal.
