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Tender Grilled Korean BBQ Short Ribs Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Sesame Slaw

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This recipe features tender grilled Korean BBQ short ribs marinated in a sweet and savory sauce, served with a crisp and refreshing fresh sesame slaw. It’s an easy, flavorful meal perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs flanken-style beef short ribs (thinly sliced across the bone)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (toasted sesame oil preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 green onions, chopped (white and light green parts)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (for slaw)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for slaw)
  • 1 teaspoon sugar or honey (for slaw)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for slaw)
  • Salt and pepper to taste (for slaw)
  • Optional: chopped fresh cilantro or green onions (for slaw garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar or honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, rice vinegar, and black pepper in a large bowl until sugar dissolves.
  2. Add the short ribs to the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
  3. While ribs marinate, prepare the sesame slaw by combining shredded cabbage, carrots, and red bell pepper in a medium bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and pepper until combined. Pour dressing over the veggies and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and optional herbs. Chill until serving.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Clean and oil grates.
  6. Remove ribs from marinade, letting excess drip off. Arrange ribs in a single layer on the grill.
  7. Grill ribs for 7-10 minutes per side, flipping once, until nicely charred and cooked through but still juicy.
  8. Transfer ribs to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and extra chopped green onions if desired.
  9. Serve ribs hot with chilled fresh sesame slaw on the side.

Notes

Marinate ribs overnight for best tenderness and flavor. Pat ribs dry before grilling to prevent flare-ups. Control grill heat to medium-high for perfect sear and juicy interior. Flip ribs only once. Rest ribs after grilling to lock in juices. The sesame slaw can be made ahead and chilled. For gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Optional spicy variation: add gochujang or sriracha to marinade.

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Keywords: Korean BBQ, short ribs, grilled ribs, sesame slaw, easy Korean recipe, summer BBQ, Korean marinade

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