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How to order Galbijjim (Braised Short Ribs · 갈비찜) in Korea

Short ribs braised slowly in soy-based sauce with radish and chestnut — the dish that shows up at holidays and celebrations. The chilli version, maeun-galbijjim, is its own separate tradition.

Say it to order

갈비찜 주세요

Galbijjim juseyo

Quick facts

In Korean
갈비찜
Say it
gal-bi-jjim
Spice
1 of 5
Price
₩20,000–45,000
Time to eat
About 60 min
For first-timers
Easy

How to eat it

Hold the bone and work the meat off it. Mix rice into the leftover sauce at the end; that part is not optional.

Where to try it in Seoul

Questions

How do you order Galbijjim (Braised Short Ribs) in Korean?
Say “갈비찜 주세요” (Galbijjim juseyo).
Is Galbijjim (Braised Short Ribs) spicy?
Yes — about 1 out of 5 on the spice scale.
How much does Galbijjim (Braised Short Ribs) cost in Korea?
Usually ₩20,000–45,000.
How do you eat Galbijjim (Braised Short Ribs)?
Hold the bone and work the meat off it. Mix rice into the leftover sauce at the end; that part is not optional.

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