엘에이 갈비 (LA Kalbi)
엘에이 갈비 (LA Kalbi)
Ingredients
For the Ribs
- 4 pounds thin-cut, flanken-style beef short ribs
- as needed Sprite, enough to cover the ribs
For the Marinade
- 1 apple
- 1/2 onion
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup Asian pear juice
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup mirin
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- to taste black pepper
For Serving
- as needed green onion, sliced, for garnish (optional)
- as needed sesame seeds, for garnish
- as needed cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the thin-cut, flanken-style beef short ribs thoroughly under cold water to remove any bone fragments or impurities. Place the rinsed ribs into a large bowl.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Pour enough Sprite over the ribs to completely submerge them. Allow the ribs to soak in the Sprite for 1 to 2 hours at room temperature. This step helps to tenderize the meat.
⏱️ 120 min
- 3
After soaking, drain the ribs thoroughly, discarding the Sprite. You can gently pat them dry with paper towels if desired, but it's not strictly necessary.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Prepare the marinade: In a blender, combine the apple (peeled and cored if desired), onion, soy sauce, Asian pear juice, granulated sugar, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth and no large chunks remain.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Pour the blended marinade over the drained short ribs in the large bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly coat each piece of rib with the marinade, ensuring even distribution. Add black pepper to taste and mix again.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the ribs and marinade to a large resealable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for another 2 to 3 hours. For best flavor and tenderness, you can marinate overnight.
⏱️ 120 min
- 7
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or a large heavy-bottomed pan/cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated ribs on the grill or in the pan in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until caramelized, slightly charred, and cooked through to your desired doneness. Flip as needed to ensure even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 20 min
- 8
Remove the cooked LA Kalbi from the heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately with freshly cooked rice.
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
엘에이 갈비 (LA Kalbi)
For the Ribs
- 4 pounds thin-cut, flanken-style beef short ribs
- as needed Sprite, enough to cover the ribs
For the Marinade
- 1 apple
- 1/2 onion
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup Asian pear juice
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup mirin
- 3 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- to taste black pepper
For Serving
- as needed green onion, sliced, for garnish (optional)
- as needed sesame seeds, for garnish
- as needed cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the thin-cut, flanken-style beef short ribs thoroughly under cold water to remove any bone fragments or impurities. Place the rinsed ribs into a large bowl.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Pour enough Sprite over the ribs to completely submerge them. Allow the ribs to soak in the Sprite for 1 to 2 hours at room temperature. This step helps to tenderize the meat.
⏱️ 120 min - 3
After soaking, drain the ribs thoroughly, discarding the Sprite. You can gently pat them dry with paper towels if desired, but it's not strictly necessary.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Prepare the marinade: In a blender, combine the apple (peeled and cored if desired), onion, soy sauce, Asian pear juice, granulated sugar, mirin, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth and no large chunks remain.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Pour the blended marinade over the drained short ribs in the large bowl. Use your hands to thoroughly coat each piece of rib with the marinade, ensuring even distribution. Add black pepper to taste and mix again.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the ribs and marinade to a large resealable bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for another 2 to 3 hours. For best flavor and tenderness, you can marinate overnight.
⏱️ 120 min - 7
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or a large heavy-bottomed pan/cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated ribs on the grill or in the pan in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until caramelized, slightly charred, and cooked through to your desired doneness. Flip as needed to ensure even cooking and browning.
⏱️ 20 min - 8
Remove the cooked LA Kalbi from the heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately with freshly cooked rice.
⏱️ 5 min