Yangnyeom Galbi (Korean Marinated Short Ribs)
Yangnyeom Galbi features tender beef short ribs marinated in a savory-sweet sauce and grilled to perfection. This classic Korean dish is perfect for a special occasion or a flavorful family meal.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 3 hr 45 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 935 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten, sesame, and soy. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 1,000 gbeef short rib, flanken-cut, about 0.5 inch (1.3 cm) thick
- 2 cupwater
marinade
- 0.5 cupsoy sauce
- 1 pcspear, grated
- 0.5 pcsonion, grated
- 4 clovegarlic, minced
- 1 tbspginger, grated
- 0.25 cupbrown sugar, packed
- 2 tbspsesame oil
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 2 tbsprice wine
garnish
- 1 tbspsesame seed, toasted(optional)
- 2 pcsgreen onion, sliced(optional)
Equipment
grater · tongs · grill · large bowl
The method
Step by step
- 1
Rinse the beef short ribs under cold water to remove any bone fragments, then soak them in water for at least 30 minutes, changing the water once, to remove excess blood.
About 30 min
- 2
While the ribs soak, prepare the marinade by combining the soy sauce, grated pear, grated onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, sesame oil, black pepper, and rice wine in a large bowl.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Grating the pear and onion helps tenderize the meat and release their flavors more effectively.
- 3
Drain the short ribs thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels.
About 5 min
- 4
Add the dried short ribs to the bowl with the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
About 2 min
- 5
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
About 3 hr
Cook’s note: Marinating longer will result in more tender and flavorful ribs.
- 6
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: If using a stovetop grill pan, preheat it over medium-high heat until hot.
- 7
Remove the ribs from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and place them on the hot grill.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Discard any remaining marinade.
- 8
Grill the short ribs for 3-5 minutes per side, or until beautifully caramelized and cooked to your desired doneness.
About 20 min
Cook’s note: Adjust grilling time based on the thickness of your ribs and grill temperature. Watch for flare-ups from the sweet marinade.
- 9
Transfer the cooked short ribs to a platter.
- 10
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if using, before serving.
About 1 min
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 935.4kcal
- Protein
- 48.2g
- Carbs
- 25.9g
- Fat
- 70.8g
- Fibre
- 2.8g
- Sugar
- 18.1g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Yangnyeom Galbi in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a pan over medium heat or in the microwave until warmed through.
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