Tteok galbi

Tteok galbi, or rice cake short ribs, is a hearty and flavorful Korean dish that combines marinated beef short ribs with sweet and savory flavors, paired with rice cakes (tteok) for an interesting texture contrast.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef short ribs
• 2 cups glutinous rice flour
• Water (for tteok)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, grated
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tteok (Rice Cakes):

• 2 cups glutinous rice flour
• Water (as needed)

Instructions:

Making Tteok:

1. Prepare Rice Flour:
   • In a large bowl, mix glutinous rice flour with enough water to form soft, pliable dough.
   • Knead until the dough is smooth and doesn’t stick to your hands.
2. Shape the Rice Cakes:
   • Divide the dough into small portions (about 1-2 tablespoons each).
   • Roll them into small balls or flat circles with a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
   • Steam the tteok for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.

Marinating and Cooking Beef Short Ribs:

1. Marinate the Beef:
   • In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and sesame oil.
   • Add beef short ribs to the marinade; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Cook the Short Ribs:
   • Preheat your grill or cook in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Remove the beef from the marinade, reserving some of the marinade for basting.
   • Grill or sear the short ribs until browned and well-seared on all sides. This should take about 5 minutes per side.
3. Finish Cooking:
   • Pour a little reserved marinade into the pan with the beef to create a flavorful reduction.
   • Simmer for another 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is tender and slightly charred.
4. Serve:
   • Slice the tteok thinly on the side or serve whole if preferred.
   • Place slices of cooked short rib alongside each serving of tteok, along with some of the flavorful reduction sauce.
   • Enjoy!

This dish is perfect for sharing, as the combination of tender meat and chewy rice cakes creates a delightful dining experience.

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