Sweet and Savory Soegalbi Jjim (Braised Beef Short Ribs)
Beef short ribs marinated overnight in a pear juice sauce and braised down in a frying pan.
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This beef short rib dish uses plenty of store-bought pear juice to bring out tender meat and a subtle sweetness. Marinating it thoroughly for about a day allows the flavors to soak deep into the meat, giving you a chewy yet tender texture. It is perfect to serve as a main dish for birthday spreads or when entertaining guests.
- Servings
- 5 servings
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Beef ribs900 g
Seasoning sauce
- Soy sauce6 tbsp
- Pear juice (or juice)700 ml
- Cheongju (Korean rice wine) (or mirin (cooking rice wine))3 tbsp
- Garlic2 tbsp
- Honey (or corn syrup (mulyeot))1 tbsp
- Ginger1 tsp
- Toasted sesame oil2 tbsp
- Ground black pepper1 tbsp
- You need to soak the ribs in cold water to draw out the blood. Keep changing the water until it runs clear and no more blood comes out. I soaked them for 2 hours.
- If you have fresh pears at home, you can grate them and strain through a sieve to use the clear juice. I did not have any pears, so I used 2 cans of pear juice (350 ml each).
Steps
I bought LA galbi ribs. Korean Hanwoo beef was way too expensive, so I could not even dare to buy it.
A 900 g pack, just under 1 kg, is plenty to feed a family of 5.
You need to soak the ribs in cold water to draw out the blood. Keep changing the water until it runs clear
and no more blood comes out. I soaked them for 2 hours.
Place the soaked ribs in a strainer to drain all the water thoroughly.
Cut the ribs into large pieces and make shallow cuts across the meat here and there.
I made the marinade right in a container. Mix the marinade evenly according to the amounts above, then add the meat.
If you have fresh pears at home, you can grate them and strain through a sieve to use the clear juice. I did not have any pears,
so I added 2 cans of pear juice (350 ml each). The pear juice alone provides plenty of sweetness,
so do not add too much honey (corn syrup) or sugar.
I marinated the meat in the evening and took it out the next evening. Marinating it thoroughly allows the seasoning to penetrate deep into the meat,
making it delicious and tender. Put both the meat and marinade into a frying pan and bring to a boil first.
You can braise it leaving a little liquid, or braise it down completely until deeply browned—both are delicious.
Ppunwife's tips
- The pear juice alone provides plenty of sweetness, so do not add too much honey (corn syrup) or sugar.
- Marinating thoroughly allows the seasoning to penetrate deep into the meat, making it delicious and tender.
- You can make pork ribs the same way. For pork ribs, it is great to add blended onion juice.
FAQ
Can I use fresh pears instead of canned pear juice?
Yes, you can grate fresh pears at home and strain them through a sieve to use the clear juice.
How long should I soak the ribs to draw out the blood?
Soak them in cold water, changing the water until no more blood comes out, for about 2 hours.
Can I use this same marinade for pork ribs?
You can cook them the exact same way, and for pork ribs, it is even better if you add blended onion juice.
Is the marinade sweet enough?
The pear juice itself provides plenty of sweetness, so it is best not to add too much honey, corn syrup, or sugar.
