Grilled Kalbi Skewers (for Cookouts) Recipe

Name: Grilled Kalbi Skewers (for Cookouts)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 grams Kalbi beef (short ribs); 100 ml Brown sugar; 100 ml Soy sauce; 50 ml Water; 2 tbsp Mirin; 1/2 onion Onion (finely chopped); 2 clove Garlic (finely chopped); 1 tbsp Sesame oil; 1/4 tsp Black pepper; 1/2 stalk Japanese leek (sliced thinly into rounds)

Servings: persons

1
Prepare the meat by slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
2
Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix together.
3
Place your bite-size cubes of beef and the marinade from Step 1 into a Ziploc bag or similar.
4
Make sure you create a vacuum and press out any excess air.
5
Let marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours to overnight.
6
Once your cubes of beef have been thoroughly marinated, skewer them on bamboo sticks.
7
(It'll be easier to push the skewers through if you soak them in water beforehand.)
8
Once you cook both sides for 3-4 minutes each, you're all done!
9
When preparing these for home parties, it might be better to remove the cubes of meat from their skewers and plate them before serving.

399

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 400 grams Kalbi beef (short ribs), 100 ml Brown sugar, 100 ml Soy sauce, 50 ml Water, and more.

Yes, Grilled Kalbi Skewers (for Cookouts) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Kalbi Skewers (for Cookouts)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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