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Korean Kalbi Taco
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Korean Kalbi Taco

Korean kalbi (BBQ beef short rib) tacos. Amazing tacos with tender, juicy and the most delicious Korean kalbi.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time16 minutes
Total Time36 minutes
Course: Korean Recipes
Cuisine: Beef
Keyword: Korean Kalbi Taco
Servings: 18 Tacos
Calories: 246kcal
Author: Bee Yinn Low

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds (1.35kg) beef short ribs or Korean Kalbi, about 11-12 pieces
  • 1/2 Romaine lettuce thinly shredded
  • 1/2 red onion diced
  • 1 tomato seeded and diced
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 18 small flour or corn tortilla
  • 1-2 lemons thinly sliced for garnishing

Marinade for Kalbi:

  • 1 Asian pear
  • 1/2 white or yellow onion
  • 1 1/4 cups soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup citrus soda
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Gochugaru Korean chili powder
  • 3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Marinade the beef short ribs with the Marinade for at least 30 minutes, overnight is best. Refer to the Korean BBQ Beef Short Ribs Recipe for the step-by-step instructions on how to marinade.
  • Prepare the ingredients for the Sauce and mix well. Refrigerate until use. Prepare the Romaine lettuce, red onion, tomato and cilantro in separate bowls.
  • Wrap the tortilla in aluminum foil and warm them in the oven at the lowest setting for a few minutes. Toss the shredded Romaine lettuce with 1/2 of the sauce. Save the remaining sauce for the tacos.
  • Grill the marinated beef short ribs, each side, for 3-4 minutes. When all the ribs are done, cut the meat into 1/2 inch (1cm) cubes.
  • Place the beef short-rib cubes on the tortilla. Add some seasoned lettuce. Top it with the diced red onion, tomato and cilantro. Drizzle some sauce on top, garnish with a sliced lemon and serve.

Notes

1. If you prefer spicier taste, you can add an extra 1 tablespoon Gochugaru to the Sauce to give it the extra zing.
2. Gochugaru can be purchased from any Korean grocery stores like H-Mart. Most Asian stores also sell them.

Nutrition

Serving: 18tacos | Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 1189mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g