Korean BBQ Short Ribs
These Korean BBQ Short Ribs (Galbi) are incredibly flavorful and tender, marinated in a sweet and savory gluten-free sauce. This recipe uses a combination of traditional Korean flavors with gluten-free alternatives to create an authentic and delicious meal.
27 min
Total Time
4
Servings
easy
Difficulty
15 min
Prep Time
12 min
Cook Time
27 min
Total Time
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Beef Short Ribs (Flanken Cut)
- 1/2 cup Gluten-Free Soy Sauce (Tamari)
- 1/4 cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Rice Wine (Mirin)
- 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced)
- 1/4 cup Asian Pear (pureed)
- 2 stalks Green Onion (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste)
- 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine (mirin), sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, pureed Asian pear, chopped green onion, ground black pepper, gochujang, and rice vinegar.
- 2
Place the flanken-cut short ribs in the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
- 4
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Remove the short ribs from the marinade, letting any excess drip off.
- 6
Grill the short ribs for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are nicely charred and cooked through. Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the ribs.
- 7
Remove the grilled short ribs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- 8
Garnish with sesame seeds and additional chopped green onion before serving.
Tips & Notes
- •For a smokier flavor, add a small amount of liquid smoke to the marinade.
- •Serve with rice, kimchi, and other Korean side dishes for a complete meal.
- •If you don't have Asian pear, you can substitute with a small amount of apple sauce or grated apple.
Recipe Variations
- →Try adding different herbs for variety.
- →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.