Korean Style BBQ Beef Short Ribs

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Make foolproof, succulent Korean-style BBQ beef short ribs at home using a convenient all-in-one Galbi sauce, fresh mushrooms, and aromatics in just 20 minutes.

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Inspired by a lucky discount find at Safeway, these Korean-style BBQ beef short ribs prove that gourmet flavor does not require complex preparation. Using a ready-made Galbi sauce as an all-in-one marinade, this dish delivers rich, savory sweetness and tender meat with minimal effort and virtually zero chance of failure.

A plate of glistening Korean-style beef short ribs glazed in a savory sauce, topped with onions, mushrooms, and herbs.
A plate of glistening Korean-style beef short ribs glazed in a savory sauce, topped with onions, mushrooms, and herbs.
Prep10 mins
Cook10 mins
Total20 mins
Yield2 servings
DifficultyEasy
Calories550 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Pat Dry Beef Short Ribs
    Fresh beef short ribs laid out on clean paper towels on a countertop surface.

    Place the fresh beef short ribs onto a cutting board and use a paper towel to thoroughly wipe away excess moisture from the surface.

    Tip: Removing surface moisture helps achieve a better sear during cooking.
  2. 2Cut Ribs into Pieces
    A hand holding a knife slicing raw beef short ribs on a white cutting board.

    Using a sharp knife on a clean cutting board, slice the beef short ribs into smaller, bite-sized portions to prepare them for marinating.

    Tip: Cut evenly to ensure uniform cooking times.
  3. 3Add Korean BBQ Galbi Sauce
    A bottle of Korean BBQ Galbi sauce being poured into a bowl containing raw beef ribs.

    Pour the Korean BBQ Galbi sauce directly over the raw beef short rib pieces inside a mixing bowl as the all-in-one seasoning marinade.

    Tip: Using a ready-made Galbi sauce makes the marinating process quick and foolproof.
  4. 4Massage the Marinade
    A gloved hand mixing and massaging raw beef short ribs with dark marinade in a bowl.

    Put on a plastic glove and gently massage the beef pieces by hand to ensure every rib is thoroughly coated with the Galbi sauce marinade.

    Tip: Let the ribs marinate for about 10 minutes before cooking.
  5. 5Sear in Hot Pan
    Tongs placing a piece of marinated beef short rib into a hot skillet.

    Place the marinated beef short ribs one by one into a preheated, lightly oiled frying pan over medium-high heat.

    Tip: Ensure the pan is hot before adding the meat to get a nice sear.
  6. 6Flip and Brown
    Tongs flipping multiple pieces of beef short ribs frying in a pan.

    Use tongs to flip the beef ribs over once the bottom side is browned, allowing the other side to cook evenly in the pan.

    Tip: Watch the heat closely so the sugars in the marinade do not burn too quickly.
  7. 7Add Garlic, Onions, and Mushrooms
    Minced garlic being spooned from a jar into a hot skillet with browning beef short ribs and onionscite: 1.

    Add minced garlic, sliced onions, and white mushrooms into the pan alongside the browning beef short ribs, stirring continuously to build savory aromaticscite: 1.

    Tip: Adjust the heat carefully so the minced garlic does not burn while mingling with the rendered fat.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator
2 to 3 days
Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
Reheating
5 min
Reheat in a skillet over medium-low heat with a splash of water to loosen the glaze.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Both work well, but traditional Korean-style short ribs (LA galbi style cut across the bone) provide amazing flavor and texture. Adjust cooking times slightly depending on thickness.
Lower your heat immediately and add a tablespoon of water to stop the sugars from burning while you finish cooking the meat and vegetables.
Ten minutes is enough for a quick weeknight meal because store-bought Galbi sauce is heavily seasoned, but you can marinate them for up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
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