Galbi-jjim is a delightful Korean dish with succulent and tender braised short ribs. The meat is marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, sugar, and spices, and then slow-cooked until it’s fall-off-the-bone tender. This sweet and savory dish is often garnished with vegetables and served as a comforting, hearty meal, or as a special meal for celebrations or gatherings with family and friends. It is also a popular dish for holidays and festive occasions. Galbi-jjim is typically served as a main course, accompanied by steamed rice and an array of banchan. Galbi-jjim can be a comforting and satisfying meal during colder months due to its hearty nature, but this delicious dish is enjoyed year-round. This recipe requires some advance preparation, so plan accordingly.
Recipe and notes by my Korean friend Ella @cookiestorykim
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servingsIn Korea, Galbi-jjim is often served as a special meal for celebrations or gatherings with family and friends. It is also a popular dish for holidays and festive occasions. Galbi-jjim is typically served as a main course, accompanied by steamed rice and an array of banchan.
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3 lbs beef short ribs cut into bite-size pieces about 2″ x 2″ long
½ onion, cut into big pieces
2 green onions
4 cloves garlic
5 cups water
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup sugar
3 cups beef stock (the water the beef was cooked in)
½ cup ground garlic
1 grated onion
1 grated Korean pear
Vegetables, suggestion: 1-2 potatoes, 1 carrot.
Optional: 6 chestnuts (whole and peeled) and 4 jujube (Korean dried dates, peeled and sliced)
1 teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup sesame oil (use a high grade Korean sesame oil if possible)
Pine nuts and silgochu (shredded red pepper) for garnish
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