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Kalbi (Marinated Beef Short Ribs)

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"This is a variation of a traditional Korean recipe for marinated beef short ribs. My friends all request it repeatedly! Very tasty!" — LYZZARD

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3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup sesame oil
4 cloves garlic, minced

3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
5 pounds beef short ribs

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Directions

Stir the sugar into the soy sauce in a bowl until the sugar dissolves completely. Whisk the sesame oil, garlic, green onions, and sesame seeds into the soy sauce. Place the short ribs in a large, sealable bag and pour the marinade over the meat. Marinate in refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove the ribs from the bag; discard the marinade.
Cook the short ribs on the preheated grill until they are very firm, hot, and grey in the center, about 15 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 30 mins
READY IN 8 hrs 40 mins

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Editor's Note
The nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of the marinade ingredients. The actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 19, 2010

OMG! THE INGREDIENT COMBINATION WAS SUPERB. IT SOUNDED SO GOOD I COULD NOT WAIT TO MARINATE I JUST BAKED. DELICIOUS THANK YOU

—Irma

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jun 07, 2010

This did not work for us at all. The flavor was very good (hence the 3 stars) on the tiny portion that was edible, but the ribs didn't grill right at all. I think it would have been much better to try this marinade with slow cooking the ribs instead of grilling them. They were almost impossible to eat and mostly went to waste, it was very disappointing.

—ScottFamily

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Nov 27, 2011

I've used this recipe a handful of times. Each time I made it, everyone raved about the ribs, even scooping up the last drop of juice and and pouring it over their rice. Since I do not have a grill, I cooked the ribs in the oven. I used aluminum foil to seal the ribs like a tent and gave it more of a steam effect so that they came out very tender; the meat was falling off of the bones. I cooked it in 400 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.

—Linda

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Nov 22, 2010

I used the marinade for some Korean style spare ribs and then put on the BBQ. My guests really liked the flavor and took the recipe with them. There is nothing I would change in this recipe. BUT, if you were so inclined, you could add hot spices to this to kick it up a notch or two! I'm not into heat but some of you I'm sure are! Aloha!

—Royall

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Nov 11, 2010

I can see why your friends all request it - repeatedly. Since I found this recipe about 3 months ago I have made these ribs 5 times. This is such the perfect recipe. Every sense - and those of the neighbors - are heightened when this is cooking. Fantastic!!!

—RandySweet

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Apr 05, 2011

This recipe was amazingly good. I did use the boneless ribs and I did do it in my crock pot is the only thing different. they came out so tender...even my picky hubby loved them =)

—MawMaws

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Feb 19, 2012

Used this sauce and boneless short ribs in the crock pot. Served over rice. Fantastic! one of our new favorites.

—Lisa

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Feb 28, 2011

I give this only 4 stars because I did not make the recipe as directed. I used boneless short ribs. I ran out of soy so I had to use some teriyaki and also used a gourmet bloody mary mix when I ran out of teriyaki. I didn't have any sesame seeds so I omitted them as well. Instead of grilling, I broiled the ribs for 7 minutes per side and then sliced them into medallions. They were so tender and flavorful and were a huge success at my party. This marinade recipe is definitely a keeper.

—AmandaT

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Nutrition

Calories
995 kcal
50%

Carbohydrates
29.3 g
9%

Cholesterol
155 mg
52%

Fat
80 g
123%

Fiber
0.8 g
3%

Protein
38.5 g
77%

Sodium
1888 mg
76%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Kalbi (Marinated Beef Short Ribs)

Serving Size: 1/6 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 995
Calories from Fat: 720

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 80g 123 %
Saturated Fat 30.9g 155 %
Cholesterol 155mg 52 %
Sodium 1888mg 76 %
Potassium 483mg 14 %
Total Carbohydrates 29.3g 9 %
Dietary Fiber 0.8g 3 %
Protein 38.5g 77 %
Sugars 25.7g
Vitamin A 2 %
Vitamin C 3 %
Calcium 8 %
Iron 50 %
Thiamin 13 %
Niacin 73 %
Vitamin B6 29 %
Magnesium 18 %
Folate 11 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.