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

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Succulent beef short ribs slow-braised in a rich soy and ginger glaze infused with regional Korean spices. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 195 minutes pairs cut into 3-inch pieces 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 480 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: 180 min Serves 6 Korean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large heavy-bottomed pot, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 5 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 cups water, and 1 tsp black pepper. Stir to mix.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 lbs beef short ribs (cut into 3-inch pieces) to the pot, ensuring ribs are submerged in the liquid.
  3. Step 3: Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low, cover partially, and simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours until ribs are tender and sauce thickens.
  4. Step 4: Remove ribs from the pot and transfer to a serving dish. Increase heat to medium-high and reduce the braising liquid for 10 minutes until glaze coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Pour glaze over ribs, garnish with 3 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve hot.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 195 minutes (15 min prep + 180 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-Ginger 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs with Soy-Ginger 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-Ginger 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-Ginger 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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