Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.75 lb

Beef Spareribs

Cut into serving pieces

0.33 unit

Carrot

Medium, sliced

2 unit

Dry Shiitake Mushrooms

Soaked in water

1 unit

Green Onion

Chopped

1 unit

Green Pepper

Diced

2.5 ounce

Canned Bamboo Shoots

Sliced

1 tbsp

Salad Oil

1 tbsp

Mirin

1 tsp

Roasted Sesame Seeds

5 tbsp

Soy Sauce

2.5 tbsp

Sake

2.5 tbsp

Mirin

3.5 tsp

Sugar

0.5 tsp

Garlic

Crushed

0.13 tsp

Chili Pepper

Ground

1 pinch

Black Pepper

Freshly ground

1 unit

Egg

For omelet garnish

1 pinch

Salt

Step 1
~9 min

Cut spareribs into serving pieces.

Step 2
~9 min

Remove any membrane and excess fat.

Step 3
~9 min

Place bone-side down and make a deep slit in the center of each rib.

Step 4
~9 min

Slice the meat in half, keeping the knife flat and uncut.

Step 5
~9 min

Slice the other side and open out flat.

Step 6
~9 min

Make incisions at 1/4-inch intervals on the surface of the meat.

Step 7
~9 min

Combine all marinade ingredients in a bowl.

Step 8
~9 min

Add the spareribs to the marinade and ensure they are well coated.

Step 9
~9 min

Let the spareribs marinate for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 10
~9 min

Heat salad oil in a saucepan over high heat.

Step 11
~9 min

Add the marinated spareribs to the saucepan, reserving the marinade sauce.

Step 12
~9 min

Cook the spareribs over high heat until browned.

Step 13
~9 min

Pour sufficient water to cover the spareribs and simmer until the meat is tender.

Step 14
~9 min

Add the remaining marinade to the pan and continue to cook, skimming the surface, until the liquid is reduced by half.

Step 15
~9 min

Slice the carrot into thin rounds.

Step 16
~9 min

Cut up the remaining vegetables (green onion, green pepper, bamboo shoots) into bite-sized pieces.

Step 17
~9 min

Add the sliced vegetables to the pan with the spareribs.

Step 18
~9 min

Cook until the vegetables are heated through.

Step 19
~9 min

Stir in mirin to glaze the short ribs and vegetables.

Step 20
~9 min

Pour in sesame oil and immediately remove from heat.

Step 21
~9 min

Sprinkle with sesame seeds and shredded omelet garnish.

Step 22
~9 min

To make the shredded omelet, beat egg lightly with a pinch of salt.

Step 23
~9 min

Pour the egg into a warm, thinly greased skillet and spread it evenly.

Step 24
~9 min

Cook over very low heat until the surface is nearly dry.

Step 25
~9 min

Separate the edges and turn the omelet over; cook slightly.

Step 26
~9 min

Cut the omelet into 1- to 1 1/2-inch widths and stack the layers.

Step 27
~9 min

Shred the omelet finely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, add boiled chestnuts, ginkgo nuts, or pine nuts if available.

Cook the dish low and slow for deeper flavor.

Add sesame seeds and red chile for added flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice.

Serve with Korean side dishes (banchan).

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kimchi
Spinach Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Korea

Cultural Significance

A popular Korean dish often served during special occasions and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Korean New Year
Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving)

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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