flanken style beef short ribs: How to Cook Them Perfectly So Fast
Unlock authentic flavor with this flanken style beef short ribs recipe. Follow our step-by-step instructions for the best charred edges and sweet soy glaze. Try it.
Ingredients
- Flanken-cut beef short ribs
- Soy sauce
- Brown sugar or honey
- Garlic cloves smashed
- Fresh ginger
- Sesame oil
- Rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Ribs
- Thick-cut, flanken-style beef short ribs in a shallow bowl, lightly seasoned and glistening with oil,Start by patting the ribs completely dry. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Build the Marinade
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and vinegar. Taste it. Adjust it. Trust your instincts here.
Step 3: Marinate (Optional but Worth It)
- Add the ribs to the marinade and coat them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Step 4: Sear Hard
- Heat a heavy pan until very hot. Lay the ribs in a single layer. Don’t touch them. This is where flanken style beef short ribs develop that irresistible crust—hands down
Step 5: Flip and Finish
- The beef short ribs are flipped in the skillet, showing a deep golden-brown crust and rendered fat as they continue to cook evenly across the pan’s surface.
Step 6: Rest Briefly
- Pull the ribs off heat. Let them rest five minutes. Make no mistake about it: skipping this step leaks flavor everywhere except your mouth.
Notes
Nutritional Information
- Calories 290 kcal
- Total Fat 18g – 23g
- Saturated Fat 8g – 10g
- Cholesterol 80mg
- Sodium 50mg – 70mg (Unseasoned)
- Protein 22g – 24g
- Carbohydrates 0g