Korean Spicy Braised Pork Ribs (Dwaeji Galbi-jjim)
These Korean spicy braised pork ribs offer a perfect balance of heat and savory sweetness, with tender meat that falls right off the bone in a rich, glossy sauce.
Korean braised pork ribs, or Dwaeji Galbi-jjim, is a beloved comfort dish that transforms humble ribs into a deep, flavorful masterpiece. The magic lies in the slow braise, where the meat absorbs the aromatic ginger, garlic, and the bold, spicy punch of traditional Korean chili paste and powder. It is a hearty main course that pairs beautifully with steamed white rice and fresh side dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 kg pork ribs
- 2 slices ginger
- 2 stalks green onion
- 3 tbsp plum juice
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp minced onion
- 5 tbsp light soy sauce
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 3 tbsp chili paste
- to taste chopped green onion
- to taste toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Soak the pork ribs
Place the pork ribs into a bowl of clean water and let them soak for 30 minutes. This process helps to remove excess blood and impurities from the meat, ensuring a cleaner taste for the braising process.
Tip: Change the water once halfway through for best results. - 2Boil the ribs with aromatics
Add the soaked pork ribs into a pot along with slices of ginger and green onion. Pour in enough water to cover the ribs and boil for 40 minutes to tenderize the meat and infuse it with aromatic flavors.
Tip: Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during boiling. - 3Prepare the spicy sauce
In a glass bowl, combine 3 spoonfuls of plum juice, 2 spoonfuls of minced garlic, 2 spoonfuls of minced onion, 5 spoonfuls of light soy sauce, 3 spoonfuls of chili powder, and 3 spoonfuls of chili paste. Add a splash of the pork rib broth to the mixture and stir until well combined.
Tip: Adjust the chili powder and paste according to your preferred heat level. - 4Braised the ribs
Take the boiled pork ribs and place them into a clean pot. Pour the prepared spicy sauce mixture and some additional pork rib broth over the ribs, ensuring they are well coated and ready for further cooking.
Tip: Ensure the ribs are mostly covered by the liquid for even cooking. - 5Add green onions
Sprinkle a generous amount of chopped green onions over the ribs and sauce. Stir the contents gently to incorporate the fresh aromatics into the braising liquid.
Tip: Add the green onions toward the end to maintain their fresh flavor.
