Best Ever - Kalbi Marinade
Kalbi (galbi) marinade is the perfect complement to Korean style short ribs. Once you master this kalbi sauce, you’ll be using it with with chicken, pork, other cuts of steak and even tofu!
Ingredients
3/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium recommended but not a must
¼ cup sake
2 teaspoons sesame oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 stalks green onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoon roasted sesame seeds, slightly crushed
2 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon pepper
½ Asian pear grated on fine grater or in blender or ½ kiwi, optional
1/2 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean spicy pepper powder), optional
Preparation
Place all ingredients in a medium sized bowl or at least 2 cup measuring cup.
Whisk together well.
Pour over ribs and let marinate 6 - 8 hours or overnight.
Head over to my blog for even more details and a whole post about grilling the Korean style short ribs too!