Instant Pot Galbi Jjim (Korean Braised Short Ribs)
Serves 6
15 mins prep
45 mins cook
60 mins total
Galbi jjim is one of the most beloved Korean comfort dishes. It is rich, savory, slightly sweet, and incredibly tender. Traditionally reserved for celebrations, holidays, and family gatherings, this dish feels both special and deeply comforting.
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Ribs
Sauce
Vegetables
SOAK: Place the short ribs in a large bowl of cold water and soak for about 20 minutes. This helps remove excess blood and results in a cleaner tasting sauce. Drain and pat dry.
SAUCE: In a bowl mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, grated Asian pear/apple, sesame oil, mirin and broth/water.
PRESSURE COOK: Add the ribs to the Instant Pot. Pour the sauce over the ribs. Cook on High Pressure for 45 minutes. Allow a natural pressure release for 10 to 15 minutes, then release remaining pressure.
ADD VEGGIES: Add carrots, potatoes or daikon radish, and onion. Cook again on High Pressure for 5 minutes, then quick release.
REDUCE THE SAUCE: Remove ribs and vegetables from the pot. Turn Sauté mode on and simmer the sauce for about 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy. (Optional: stir in a cornstarch slurry if you want a thicker sauce.)
SERVE: Serve ribs over steamed rice and spoon extra sauce on top. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
