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Flavorful Grilled Korean Galbi Short Ribs Easy Sesame Scallion Marinade Recipe

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This grilled Korean galbi short ribs recipe features a quick and easy sesame scallion marinade that delivers a rich, smoky, and tender bite perfect for gatherings and weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) flanken-cut beef short ribs, about 1/2-inch thick
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 4 large scallion stalks, finely chopped (white and green parts)
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine or mirin
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by combining soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, toasted sesame oil, chopped scallions, rice wine or mirin, grated fresh ginger, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture is well combined.
  2. Place the flanken-cut short ribs in the marinade, turning to coat each piece thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  3. Preheat a charcoal or gas grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F / 200°C).
  4. Remove ribs from marinade, letting excess drip off but do not wipe dry. Place ribs on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until caramelized and grill marks appear.
  5. Optionally, brush ribs with leftover marinade during grilling for extra glaze, taking care to avoid flare-ups.
  6. Check doneness; ribs should be tender with a slight chew. If using a meat thermometer, aim for 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare to medium.
  7. Remove ribs from grill and let rest for 5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  8. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and fresh chopped scallions before serving.

Notes

Marinate ribs overnight for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the grill to ensure proper caramelization. Use tongs to flip ribs to keep juices intact. Let ribs rest after grilling for juicier meat. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. To avoid flare-ups, let excess marinade drip off and keep a spray bottle of water nearby.

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Keywords: Korean galbi, grilled short ribs, sesame scallion marinade, Korean BBQ, easy marinade, backyard grilling, Korean recipe

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