Kalbi (Korean BBQ Short Ribs): Authentic Recipe

Kalbi, Korean barbeque short ribs, involves marinating beef short ribs in a cola-based marinade for 2 hours creating a sweet and tender meat.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 6 mins
• Total Time: 21 mins
• Calories: 647 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 3 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 pounds short ribs
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.25 cup white sugar
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 1.5 teaspoons sesame seeds
• 0.75 cup cola-flavored carbonated beverage (such as Coca-Cola®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine cola beverage, white sugar, soy sauce, water, green onions, sesame oil, garlic, sesame seeds, and black pepper in a bowl until marinade is well-mixed.

Step 2

Place short ribs in a resealable plastic bag and pour in marinade. Squeeze out excess air and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Step 3

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove short ribs from marinade, discarding marinade.

Step 4

Cook short ribs until browned and cooked to desired doneness, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).