Grilled Beef Galbi
Grilled beef galbi — Korean BBQ short ribs — are marinated in a sweet, savory, and garlicky soy-based sauce, then grilled to smoky, caramelized perfection. This crowd-pleasing dish is bursting with Korean BBQ flavor and ideal for cookouts or weeknight grilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Total Time: ~6 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish, BBQ
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Flanken-cut beef short ribs
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar
- Sesame oil
- Garlic, minced
- Fresh ginger, grated
- Asian pear or sweet apple, grated
- Onion, grated
- Rice wine or mirin
- Ground black pepper
- Scallions, chopped (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, grated pear, onion, rice wine, and black pepper.
- Place short ribs in a large zip-top bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the ribs and toss to coat evenly.
- Seal and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill ribs for 3–4 minutes per side, or until nicely charred and cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped scallions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
- Asian pear helps tenderize the meat and adds natural sweetness — substitute with sweet apple or pineapple juice if needed.
- No grill? Use a grill pan or broil in the oven.
- Add Korean chili paste (gochujang) or red pepper flakes for a spicier version.
- Serve with steamed rice, kimchi, and lettuce wraps for a full Korean BBQ spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/grilled-beef-galbi/
