Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Garlic Glaze

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Tender beef short ribs slowly braised in a savory soy and garlic sauce, infused with ginger and brown sugar for a rich and comforting Korean-inspired entrée. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 165 minutes pairs beef short ribs, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 6, 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: 15 min Cook: 150 min Serves 6 Korean cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, place 3 lbs beef short ribs and add 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 cups water, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  2. Step 2: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer the ribs for 2 to 2.5 hours, turning ribs once halfway through, until the meat is very tender and falling off the bone.
  3. Step 3: Remove the ribs from the pot and set aside. Increase the heat to medium and simmer the sauce uncovered for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.
  4. Step 4: Return the ribs to the pot and toss to coat in the thickened sauce. Garnish with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving with steamed rice or kimchi.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Garlic Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 165 minutes (15 min prep + 150 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 Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Garlic Glaze?

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 beef short ribs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Garlic Glaze?

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 Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Garlic Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Garlic Glaze?

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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