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Korean BBQ Short Ribs Recipe Easy Spicy Gochujang Glaze Perfect for Grilling

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This Korean BBQ short ribs recipe features a spicy gochujang glaze that delivers tender, fall-off-the-bone meat with a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ideal for grilling, it’s quick, easy, and packed with bold flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds beef short ribs (flanken style), well-marbled
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
  • ½ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse the beef short ribs under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chopped green onions until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Submerge the seasoned ribs in the marinade inside a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. Flip halfway through marinating.
  4. In a small bowl, mix gochujang, honey, and water until smooth and brushable. Set aside.
  5. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  6. Place ribs on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 10-12 minutes per side, brushing the gochujang glaze liberally every 3-4 minutes. Watch for flare-ups and avoid burning.
  7. Check for doneness when ribs reach an internal temperature of about 145°F and are tender but not falling apart.
  8. Remove ribs from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and extra chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Marinate ribs overnight for best flavor and tenderness. Watch grill heat carefully to avoid burning the sugar in the glaze. Rest ribs after grilling to keep them juicy. For gluten-free, substitute tamari for soy sauce. Adjust honey and gochujang to control sweetness and spice level.

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