Korean Galbi Grilled Ribs (Print Version)
Tender beef short ribs marinated in Korean sauce, grilled to smoky perfection with umami flavors.
# What You Need:
→ Beef
01 - 2 lbs flanken-cut beef short ribs
→ Marinade
02 - 1/2 cup soy sauce
03 - 1/4 cup brown sugar
04 - 2 tbsp honey
05 - 2 tbsp mirin or rice wine
06 - 2 tbsp sesame oil
07 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger, grated
09 - 1 small Asian pear or 1/2 Bosc pear, grated
10 - 1/2 small onion, grated
11 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
12 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
13 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
→ Garnish
14 - 1 green onion, thinly sliced
15 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
# Directions:
01 - Rinse the beef short ribs under cold water to remove bone fragments. Pat dry thoroughly with paper towels.
02 - In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, grated pear, grated onion, black pepper, green onions, and sesame seeds. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves.
03 - Add the short ribs to the marinade, turning to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for optimal flavor development.
04 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove ribs from marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off.
05 - Grill ribs for 3–4 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through, achieving a slight char around the edges.
06 - Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with sliced green onion and sesame seeds. Serve immediately with steamed rice and kimchi if desired.
# Insider Tips:
01 -
- The marinade creates this incredible caramelization that you just cant get from any other cooking method
- These ribs are forgiving enough for weeknight dinners but impressive enough for your most discerning dinner guests
02 -
- The Asian pear is non-negotiable for authentic tenderness and flavor balance
- Patting the ribs dry before marinating makes a huge difference in how well the sauce sticks
03 -
- If you cant find flanken-cut ribs ask your butcher to cut them crosswise through the bone
- Letting the ribs come to room temperature before grilling ensures even cooking throughout