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KalbiFrancesco Tonelli

Also known as Korean-style or cross-cut short ribs. We fell in love with this bone-in cut at Korean BBQ joints and are therefore partial to its Korean name (and flavor possibilities). Buy 2 pounds of cross-cut short ribs, each sliced lengthwise about 1/3" thick.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4-6 servings

Ingredients

2 pounds of cross-cut short ribs, each sliced lengthwise about 1/3" thick
Korean BBQ Marinade
Scallions, thinly sliced

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Place short ribs in a resealable plastic bag; pour Korean BBQ Marinade over. Seal bag; turn to coat and chill 3 hours. Let come to room temperature before grilling. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.

    Step 2

    Build a medium fire in a charcoal grill, or heat a gas grill to medium-high. Grill 2-3 minutes per side, or until just cooked through.

    Step 3

    Transfer to a platter and let rest 5-10 minutes. Garnish with thinly sliced scallions.

TagsKoreanEast AsianAsianShort RibBeef RibBeefMeatMainDinnerDairy FreeNut FreeEasyGrillingHanukkahBon Appétit

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