Spicy Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs

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Tender beef short ribs braised in a spicy, savory sauce with garlic, ginger, and Korean chili paste, perfect for a comforting dinner. This korean-inspired beef ready in about 150 minutes pairs cut into 2-inch pieces beef short ribs, soy sauce, water 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: 135 min Serves 6 Korean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large Dutch oven, combine 3 lbs beef short ribs, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 2 cups water, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tbsp gochujang, 6 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger.
  2. Step 2: Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover and simmer gently for 2 hours until the meat is tender and falls off the bone.
  3. Step 3: Remove the lid and increase heat to medium-high. Cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the ribs.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp sesame oil and sprinkle with 3 chopped green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs take to make?

Total time is about 150 minutes (15 min prep + 135 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 Spicy Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs?

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 Spicy Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs?

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 Spicy Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs 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 Spicy Korean-Style Braised Beef Short Ribs?

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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