Korean Grandma's Short Ribs

Ingredients

• 2 lb Beef Short Ribs (cut into 2-inch pieces)
• 1 piece Korean Pear (peeled and sliced)
• 1 piece Apple (peeled and sliced)
• 1 piece Kiwi (peeled and sliced)
• 1 large Onion (quartered)
• 4 cloves Garlic (smashed)
• 4 stalks Green Onion (cut into 2‑inch pieces)
• 2 tbsp Sesame Oil (toasted, for flavor)
• 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar (balances acidity)
• 8 cup Water (enough to cover ribs)
• 0.5 cup Daikon Radish (peeled and sliced)
• 0.5 cup Carrots (peeled and sliced)
• 1 cup Mushrooms (fresh, sliced (shiitake or button))
• 0.5 cup Korean Chili Peppers (sliced; optional for heat)
• to taste Salt (adjust seasoning at the end)

Instructions

1. Blanch the short ribs

   Place the short rib pieces in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, and boil for 5 minutes to remove impurities. Drain and rinse the ribs under cold water.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: boiling

2. Prepare aromatics and fruit

   While the ribs are blanching, peel and slice the Korean pear, apple, and kiwi. Quarter the onion, smash the garlic cloves, and cut the green onions into 2‑inch pieces.

   Time: PT10M

3. Build the broth

   In a clean large pot, add 2 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp sugar, then stir over medium heat for 1 minute. Add the blanched short ribs, sliced fruit, onion, garlic, and green onions. Pour in 8 cups water, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium

4. Simmer the soup

   Cover the pot and let the broth simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. After the first 15 minutes, add the sliced radish and carrots.

   Time: PT1H

   Temperature: low simmer

5. Add mushrooms

   At the 45‑minute mark (15 minutes before the end), add the sliced mushrooms and continue simmering.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: low simmer

6. Finish with peppers

   When the soup is done, stir in the sliced Korean chili peppers (or red bell pepper) just before turning off the heat.

   Time: PT5M

7. Serve

   Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish with the reserved green onion tops, and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: hot

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

25g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

15g

Fiber

3g