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Galbi (Grilled Short Ribs)Beef short ribs marinated in a soy-pear-garlic sauce and grilled to perfection. It's a premium Korean BBQ experience with tender, flavorful meat falling off the bone. A celebration dish for special occasions.
How to Eat
Grill at the table, cut with scissors between the bones. Wrap in lettuce with ssamjang and garlic. Dip in salt-sesame oil for extra flavor.
Where to Find
Korean BBQ restaurants, especially in Suwon (famous for Suwon galbi) and Mapo-gu in Seoul.
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