Korean Short Ribs are also notable for the unique way they are cut: The meat is “unrolled” to form a long, thin flap still attached to the bone. Koreans prize this cut for its rich beefy flavour, while the addition of the marinade tenderises, flavours and encourages delicious caramelisation on the meat as it barbecues. Of all the marinated barbecued meats, I am pretty sure that Korean Short Ribs is one of the most well known.

And it’s world famous for good reason! I love that it’s as much of a social event as it is an eating one, enjoyed by groups huddled around a table embedded with a grill sizzling with marinated meats, seafood and vegetables. Korean barbecue is one of the first things that come to mind when people think of Korean food. The Koreans know a thing or two about good BBQ! Korean BBQ Marinated Beef Short Ribs Once grilled, the succulent meat is at once sweet, savoury, garlicky, and smoky in flavour. BBQ Marinated Beef Short Ribs (Galbi) is one of the standouts of the world famous Korean barbecue! The unique thing about Korean BBQ marinades – aside from their amazing flavour – is their exceptional tenderising ability which can be applied to traditionally tougher cuts such as short ribs, making them tender in a way you never thought possible.

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