Kalbi - Korean Short Ribs Blender Marinade
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
10 people
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Calories
455 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Korean
Kalbi - Korean Short Ribs Blender Marinade
Description
Kalbi - Korean Short Ribs Blender Marinade uses a two-step blending process to create a rich, aromatic marinade from fresh onion, water, soy sauce, red wine, sugar, garlic, green onions, sesame oil, sesame seeds, black pepper, and optionally green plum syrup. The ribs are first rinsed and trimmed of excess fat to prevent flare-ups during broiling or grilling. The marinade is incorporated thoroughly into the meat, which then soaks in the flavors for a minimum of 30 minutes to overnight. Cooking under the broiler gives the ribs a slightly charred exterior while keeping the inside tender.
The marinade balances sweetness from sugar with savory soy and aromatic sesame flavors while the garlic and green onions add brightness. The red wine and green plum syrup (if used) add subtle depth and complexity. The preparation focuses on blending ingredients smoothly so the marinade coats the meat evenly, penetrating the surface for taste. Cooking under a top rack broiler about 4 inches from the heat source requires attentive monitoring to avoid burning.
These marinated ribs pair well with steamed rice, Korean side dishes like kimchi, and fresh lettuce wraps (ssam) with dipping sauces such as ssamjang. The recipe notes recommend serving the ribs fresh from the broiler for the best texture and flavor balance.
Because broilers vary, checking the meat frequently during cooking is advised. The marinade imparts flexibility in timing—short marination yields good flavor, but longer marination develops more depth. The assembly is straightforward, and all ingredients except the optional green plum syrup are common kitchen staples.
Ingredients
1st blend
- 1 onion about 4 oz / 120 g, medium
- 1/2 cup water
2nd blend
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 cup sugar
- 6-8 garlic 40 g, large cloves
- 3 green onions
- 4 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp green plum syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse ribs under water to remove any bits of bone. Drain. Trim any chunks of fat but most of the fat will melt away during grilling time. These ribs were good quality ones with minimal fat. Drain washed ribs.
- While ribs are draining, cut onion into chunks or just half, if onion is small. Cut green onions into shorter lengths to fit into the blender. Here’s all the ingredients for the marinade to go into the blender.
- In a blender or chopper, add onion and 1/2 cup water. Blend until smooth.
- Add remaining 1 cup soy sauce, 1/2 c red wine, 1 c sugar, garlic cloves, green onions, 4 T sesame oil, 1 T sesame seeds, 1 tsp pepper and optionally 2 T green plum syrup (if you want to).
- Blend until smooth.
- In a container, add Kalbi pieces and the marinade. Mix everything so each piece is evenly coated.
- Let ribs marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hr to overnight. If you are in a hurry, even 30 minutes will work.
- Take ribs out of the fridge and heat your oven broiler for 5 minutes. Lay out your Kalbi on a metal grill pan and broil it on the top rack for 4 minutes for the first side. Then turn it over and grill another 3 minutes on the other side.
- Serve immediately with rice and other Korean side dishes.
Notes
- Trim excess fat from ribs to avoid flare-ups and excess grease during cooking.
- Marinate ribs for at least 30 minutes; overnight soaking intensifies flavor.
- Use the top rack about 4 inches from the heat to broil ribs, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Serve with rice, fresh lettuce wraps (ssam), ssamjang sauce, kimchi, and radish salad.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 455 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 455kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 97mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1406mg | 59% |
| Potassium | 692mg | 15% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 35IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2.1mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 35mg | 4% |
| Iron | 4.4mg | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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