Galbi
Description
Galbi refers to marinated beef short ribs, grilled to perfection. The meat is tender, juicy, and deeply flavorful from the soy-based marinade infused with garlic, pear, and sesame oil. The bone-in presentation allows the meat to remain juicy during cooking, and the diners often wrap the meat in lettuce leaves with garlic and ssamjang (spicy dipping sauce).
Ingredients
Beef short ribs (LA style)
Soy sauce
Sugar
Sesame oil
Garlic
Pear (Asian pear)
Onions
Green onions
Black pepper
Sesame seeds
Variations
LA galbi uses cross-cut ribs, a style influenced by Korean Americans. Dwaeji galbi uses pork ribs. Some regions add ginger or wine to the marinade for additional flavor.
Fun Facts
LA galbi (cut perpendicular to the bone) was invented by Korean immigrants in Los Angeles, making it easier to eat the meat off the bone.