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Delicious Korean Braised Short Ribs, or Galbi Jjim, are braised in a sweet, spicy, and sticky sauce for a flavor-packed dish you will want to make again and again! Simple ingredients with only 10 minutes of prep time.
What are short ribs?
Short ribs are a cut of beef from the same area as brisket and chuck. They consist of a layer of meat that covers a short portion of the rib bone. They can be found boneless or bone-in. We use boneless in this Korean short ribs recipe!
You can purchase them in the meat department of most grocery stores or at a local butcher. They are tough and full of fat and tissue that breaks down as it braises in cooking liquid for fall-apart tender beef. They can be made in the oven or even as Slow Cooker Short Ribs!
Typically, in Korean culture, these Galbi Jjim recipes are a special occasion food, like for New Year’s. They are worth every bit of effort and are so delicious!
First, you sear the beef chuck short ribs, garlic, and onions, then braise them low and slow in your Dutch Oven or a large pan in the oven. The results will blow you away!
Frequently Asked Questions
Tamari (also known as tamari shoyu) is a Japanese sauce made from fermented soybeans. It has a thicker consistency than soy sauce, which makes it the perfect choice for a sticky short ribs sauce. Plus, it’s gluten-free! Most supermarkets sell it in a bottle under the San-j or Kikkoman brand.
No chili garlic sauce? No worries! Use Thai sweet chili sauce instead. It’s a delicious substitute that works perfectly for this Korean beef short ribs recipe!
You can use either boneless or bone-in short ribs. We use boneless.
To thicken the glaze on your Korean-style short ribs, remove the ribs and heat the sauce on medium heat until it is reduced.
To keep this recipe gluten free, use Tamari or a soy sauce alternative and a gluten free flour blend instead of flour!
If you’re not sure how long to cook Korean short ribs, I promise it’s easy! Cover the Dutch Oven and bake for 1 hour. After an hour, add more broth, then cook for another hour. Finally, add more broth, then return for another 30 minutes. If your ribs are thicker, they will take longer. This is the best way to cook short ribs for the most tender results!
How to Cook Korean Short Ribs
- Make sure the ribs are completely submerged in the braising liquid before you place them in the oven! This ensures the most tender, juicy Korean braised short ribs.
- They are done when they are easily cut with a fork or knife. Cook time will depend on the thickness of your ribs, so if yours seem like they aren’t quite ready yet, leave them in the oven for a bit longer.
The sauce will thicken as it cooks, and adding additional beef broth during the cooking process will prevent it from drying out and burning.
Side Dishes
Feel free to garnish the ribs with some sesame seeds and the chopped scallions. You could also squeeze a lime over the top to cut the richness a bit.
This spicy Galbi Jjim recipe will quickly become a family favorite – I guarantee it! The flavors are completely crave-worthy. It’s one of those dishes you find yourself going back for one more bite, and then another, and then another!
Our Favorite Asian Recipes
- Korean Beef Bulgogi (Korean BBQ Beef Bowls)
- Instant Pot Pho Recipe
- Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread Recipe
- Dragon Chicken Recipe (Spicy Chinese Chicken)
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Readers Love these Short Ribs
Take it from our readers! They’re loving this recipe! Here’s what people have to say:
Yummy! Made it keto style, just switched the flour for coconut flour, and used swerve brown sugar 👍 next time I’ll use a little xanthan gum to thicken up the sauce.
Christina
This had great flavor that did not overwhelm the taste of the meat. Meat was very tender.
Mary
Turned out really good. I will definitely be making them again
Robert
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Korean Braised Short Ribs (Galbi Jjim)
Equipment
- Knife for mincing garlic and onions
- Peeler for peeling ginger (you can use your knife if you don’t have one)
- 1 small bowl and 1 large bowl
- Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pan
- Your oven
- A microplane or grater
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- 2 Tbsp. chili garlic sauce
- 1 ½ tsp. sesame oil
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or Tamari if gluten free
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 4 tsp. rice vinegar
For the Short Ribs
- 6 cloves garlic
- 8 scallions or ½ an onion
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil split
- 1 ½ – 2 lbs. boneless beef short ribs
- ¼ cup flour or gluten free flour blend if gluten free
- 2 cups beef broth split
- ¼ tsp. kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°F.Mince 6 cloves of garlic and 8 scallions or ½ an onion (any color). Peel a 1-inch portion of ginger root. Set aside.Combine 2 Tbsp. chili garlic sauce, 1 ½ tsp. sesame oil, ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce or Tamari, ¼ cup brown sugar, and 4 tsp. rice vinegar in a small bowl. Whisk until completely combined.
- Place the short ribs in a bowl. Sprinkle them with ¼ cup flour and toss until the ribs are coated.Heat a cast iron Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pan to medium-high on the stove top. Add 1 Tbsp. oil.Once the oil is hot (it should sizzle as the meat hits it) add half of the short ribs along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Saute the ribs for 3-4 minutes per side until completely seared. Remove from pan and set aside. Repeat this process with the second half of the ribs.
- Turn the heat to medium and add another Tbsp. of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and onions to the pan. Grate a 1-inch portion of ginger. Saute for 2-3 minutes, stirring often.Return the seared short ribs to the pan. Pour the prepared sauce over the top along with 1 cup of beef broth. Stir the sauce together. Make sure the ribs are completely submerged in the braising liquid.
- Cover the Dutch oven and bake for 1 hour. Remove from oven and add ½ cup of beef broth. Cook for 1 more hour, covered.Remove and add another ½ cup of beef broth. Return and cook for another 30 minutes, covered. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the ribs. Once the ribs are tender, remove from the oven and serve.
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Notes
- Make it gluten free: To keep this recipe gluten free use Tamari or a soy sauce alternative and a gluten free flour blend instead of flour.
- Fall-apart tender: The short ribs are done when they are easily cut with a fork or knife.
- Try serving it with our Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Bread Recipe
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Photography by Christine Rooney.
CATHERINE says
Loved the flavour of this. I made the mistake of using Sambal Oelek in place of the chili garlic sauce. It was a little spicy but I added some sweet chili garlic and hoisin to counter it. Served with rice and bok choy. Also made in the crockpot. Super tender!
Em Beitel says
That sounds amazing, Catherine! Serving with rice and bok choy must have been incredible. It’s awesome you made it in the slow cooker! Thank you for your comment!
Annie says
Can’t wait to make this next week! Quick question: why do you add the liquid gradually over the course of cooking time, as opposed to adding it all in the beginning and then just let it braise?
Em Beitel says
Hi Annie! I’m so glad you’re going to try it out! We add it gradually so it’s not quite as thickened as it would be if we added it all at once. Less of the liquid is going to cook off if you add it separately, so that’s why we do it. Thank you for asking!
M rogers says
What temp do you bake at? Just says to bake…
Em Beitel says
Hi! You preheat the oven to 350°F in step 1 while you prep the rest of the ingredients. Thank you for your question!
Michelle says
Is 350 the correct temp? After 2.5 hours at 350 they were super tough. I’m used to braising temps being much lower. Is it supposed to be 250?
Em Beitel says
Hi Michelle! 350 is the correct temp, and I have not had any issues with it, but as everyone’s ovens are different I do recommend experimenting with what works for you, whether that means adjusting the temp or leaving them in for longer.
Walter says
I’m so glad I found this recipe! 100% perfect, super-tender short ribs, with a delicious sauce that paired well over Basmati rice. This is easily in my top-10!
Em Beitel says
Thanks so much, Walter! We’re so glad you enjoyed it!