Korean Braised Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim) Recipe

Name: Korean Braised Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce:; 1 1/2 cups soy sauce; 3 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 2 1/2 cups water; 1/2 cup rice wine; 1/2 cup pear, peeled and grated; 1 kiwi, peeled and mashed; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 pinch ground black pepper; Ribs:; 4 pounds beef short ribs; 1 carrot, cut into large dice; 2 potatoes, peeled, cut into large chunks; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1 yellow onion, cut into large dice; 1 cup chestnuts (optional); 1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

Sauce:
1 1/2 cups soy sauce
3 tablespoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup rice wine
1/2 cup pear, peeled and grated
1 kiwi, peeled and mashed
2 teaspoons salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
Ribs:
4 pounds beef short ribs
1 carrot, cut into large dice
2 potatoes, peeled, cut into large chunks
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 yellow onion, cut into large dice
1 cup chestnuts (optional)
1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced (optional)

1
To make the sauce, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, fresh ginger, ground ginger, brown sugar, water, rice wine, pear, kiwi, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Whisk to combine.
2
Fill a large stockpot with cold water. Soak the short ribs in the water for 30 minutes to 1 hour to pull out impurities. Drain. Score ribs by slicing shallow criss cross cuts across the meat.
3
Fill the stockpot with clean water and bring to a boil. Simmer the short ribs in the water for 30 minutes. Drain. Return the simmered ribs to the pot; pour in the sauce, bring to a low boil. Simmer the ribs in the sauce for 60 minutes. Stir in the carrot, potatoes, green onions, yellow onion, chestnuts, and shiitake mushrooms. Simmer until vegetables are tender, at least 30 additional minutes.

1517

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

130

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce:, 1 1/2 cups soy sauce, 3 tablespoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Korean Braised Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim) 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.

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Korean Braised Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim)

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Variations & substitutions

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