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Hawaiian-Style Kalbi (Grilled Korean Beef Short Ribs)

Savory Hawaiian-Style Kalbi: Irresistibly Grilled Short Ribs

Hawaiian-Style Kalbi (Grilled Korean Beef Short Ribs) are marinated beef short ribs that grill quickly to perfection, ideal for any summer BBQ.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Marinating Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 21 minutes
Servings: 4 ribs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 2 pounds Flanken Beef Short Ribs opt for thin slices for quick grilling
  • 1/2 cup Shoyu (Soy Sauce) gluten-free soy sauce as substitute
  • 1/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar coconut sugar is an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil use toasted for extra flavor
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, use fresh for best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger grated, use fresh for maximum flavor
  • 1 piece Asian Pear (optional) or kiwi, omitted if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang (optional) omit for milder flavor

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large baking dish, whisk together shoyu, dark brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. If using, grate the Asian pear and stir it in alongside the optional gochujang.
  2. Press the flanken short ribs into the marinade, ensuring they are completely submerged. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours.
  3. Preheat your gas or charcoal grill to high heat, aiming for a temperature of 550-600°F. Keep the grill lid closed while preheating.
  4. Remove the marinated ribs from the fridge and let them rest for about 15 minutes at room temperature. Grill for 2-3 minutes per side for rich, caramelized exterior.
  5. Once beautifully grilled, remove the ribs from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve immediately with steamed white rice and Hawaiian mac salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ribCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate for at least 12 hours for best flavor. Pair with steamed rice and mac salad.

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