Kalbi Short Ribs

Step 1: Marinate

Marinade components

  • Soy Sauce
    240 g2 parts
  • Rice Vinegar
    120 g1 part
  • Mirin
    120 g1 part
  • Toasted sesame oil
    60 g1/2 part
  • Sugar
    60 g1/2 part
  • Garlic
    4-5 cloves
  • Asian pear, or apple
    1
  • Scallions
    1 bunch
  • Onions
    1/2

Meat components

  • Cross-cut short ribs
    2-4 lbs1-2 kg

Blend all marinade components until smooth. Taste and adjust as needed.

  • The marinade is a starting point. It should taste really strong in every area (saltiness, sourness, sweetness, etc) to impart flavor to the meat.

Pour the marinade over the short ribs in a freezer bag or bowl and massage it into the meat. Seal or cover and for a few hours or up to two days in advance.