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The centrepiece of Korean barbecue. The pear enzymes break down the beef proteins for extraordinary tenderness.
Korean grilled short ribs — beef short ribs marinated in soy, pear and sesame, grilled over charcoal and eaten with lettuce wraps, garlic and chilli paste.
Prep
30 mins
Cook
15 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
415 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
1.5kgbeef short ribs, flanken cut
100mlsoy sauce
1Asian pear, grated
4 clovesgarlic, grated
2 tbspsesame oil
2 tbspsugar
1 tspblack pepper
lettuce leaves, garlic, gochujang and sesame seedsto serve
Method
1
Mix soy, grated pear, garlic, sesame oil, sugar and pepper. Marinate ribs overnight.
2
Grill over charcoal on high heat, turning, 5-6 minutes until caramelised.
3
Serve with lettuce for wrapping and all accompaniments.
Chef's Tip
The grated Asian pear both tenderises the meat and adds sweetness — it cannot be substituted.
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