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Korean BBQ — traditional dish from Seoul, South Korea
Main course Meat

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Nutritional Values

🔥700kcal
💪35gProtein
🌾28gCarbs
🥑50gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

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Los Angeles

Korean BBQ

How to order / say it
Say it 고기구이 — [Go-gi-gwee]
Order I'd like the Korean BBQ, please.
Say locally

Grilled meat, commonly beef, served as part of a Korean meal.

Why try it?

The presence of a large Korean community in Los Angeles has made Korean BBQ a defining part of the city's culinary identity, known for its communal eating style and vibrant flavors.

How it tastes

Korean BBQ offers succulent grilled meat with a smoky aroma, often marinated in sweet and tangy sauces. It's served with an array of side dishes called banchan, providing varied flavors and textures.

Origin & History — first documented: 1975

Los Angeles' Koreatown was established in the 1970s, leading to the rise of Korean BBQ in the area. The interactive, communal dining style resonated with locals, spreading its fame throughout the city.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 250 g beef short ribs
  • 🥣 50 ml soy sauce
  • 🍯 15 g sugar
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🫒 10 ml sesame oil
  • 🧄 20 g green onions

Method

  1. 1 Marinate beef in soy sauce, sugar, and garlic.
  2. 2 Grill meat over medium heat until done.
  3. 3 Slice and serve with Banchan.
  4. 4 Garnish with sesame oil and green onions.

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