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Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup)

Beef short ribs and radish simmered into a clear, deep broth. Rich in protein with very little carb.

90min
389kcal
39.5gprotein
Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) — Korean recipe, finished and plated
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Ingredients

Servings 4
  • 800 g Beef short rib
  • 300 g Korean radish
  • 1 Onion
  • 5 cloves Garlic
  • 3 Scallions
  • ⅝ tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Black pepper (optional)

Method

  1. Soak the short ribs in cold water 20 minutes to draw out blood, then blanch in boiling water 5 minutes and rinse.
  2. Simmer the cleaned ribs with the onion, garlic, and plenty of water until the meat is tender, about 50 minutes, skimming.
  3. Add chunks of radish and cook until translucent, 12 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  4. Ladle into bowls and finish with sliced scallions.

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About Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup)

Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) is a Korean lunch or dinner that comes together in about 90 minutes and serves 4.

Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup): frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup)?

A serving has about 389 calories — 39.5g protein, 9.6g carbs, 20.6g fat, 2.5g fiber. Figures are estimated from the ingredient amounts and will shift with your portions and brands.

Is it high in protein?

Each serving has about 39.5g of protein, roughly 41% of its calories.

Is Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) gluten-free?

Based on its ingredients, Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) has no gluten-containing components, so it's naturally gluten-free — as always, check that any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free to be safe.

How long does Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) take to make?

About 90 minutes start to finish, but only around 2 of those are hands-on — the rest is largely unattended cooking time you can step away from. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.

Do I need every ingredient to make Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup)?

The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out black pepper — it's optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.

How many servings does Galbitang (Beef Short Rib Soup) make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.