Korean Beef Short Rib Stew (Galbi Jjim)
Korean Beef Short Rib Stew, also known as Galbi Jjim, is a traditional Korean dish that showcases the rich and savory flavors of beef short ribs. The dish is a popular comfort food in Korean cuisine and is often enjoyed during special occasions and celebrations. Galbi Jjim is a hearty and satisfying stew that is bursting with the robust flavors of tender beef, savory-sweet sauce, and an array of aromatic vegetables and spices.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 50 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
4 hrs 5 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Cover the ribs with cold water, refrigerate, and soak for 1 hour. Drain the ribs, place in a saucepan with 4 cups of water, and bring to a boil. Cook the ribs for 10 minutes, drain, and reserve 2 cups of liquid. Place the ribs and the reserved liquid in a large pot.
Step 2
Mix together the soy sauce, garlic, onion, rice wine, and brown sugar in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved. Pour the mixture over the ribs and broth. Stir to combine, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
Step 3
Mix in the carrots, potatoes, shiitake mushrooms, corn syrup, sesame oil, chestnuts, and dates, and simmer until the meat and vegetables are very tender, about 1 more hour.
Step 4
Remove the beef and vegetables to a serving dish, and reduce the liquid in the pot to make a thickened gravy. Pour the sauce over the ribs and vegetables, sprinkle with sliced green onion, and serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
749
Calories
46g
Fat
58g
Carbs
27g
Protein
Complement
The key to the deliciousness of Galbi Jjim lies in the slow braising process, which allows the beef short ribs to become incredibly tender and succulent. The dish is typically prepared by marinating the beef in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, sugar, garlic, and sesame oil, and then cooking it low and slow with a medley of vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, and onions. The result is a mouthwatering stew with a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and umami flavors that is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who tries it.
