Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs with Sesame and Scallion Sauce

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Tender beef short ribs marinated in a savory-sweet Korean bulgogi sauce, grilled to perfection and served with a refreshing scallion and sesame dressing. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 30 minutes pairs soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 540 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 540 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar until sugar dissolves.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 lbs flanken-cut beef short ribs to the marinade, tossing to coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush 1 tbsp vegetable oil on grill grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Step 4: Grill the marinated short ribs for 3-4 minutes per side until nicely charred and cooked to medium doneness.
  5. Step 5: Meanwhile, combine 4 thinly sliced green onions with 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds in a small bowl to create a fresh topping.
  6. Step 6: Serve the grilled short ribs hot, sprinkled generously with the scallion-sesame mixture for a nutty, fresh contrast.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs with Sesame and Scallion Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (20 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs with Sesame and Scallion Sauce?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs with Sesame and Scallion Sauce?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs with Sesame and Scallion Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Korean-Style Beef Short Ribs with Sesame and Scallion Sauce?

Korean beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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