Slow Cooker Korean Bbq

Dive into the bold, irresistible flavors of Slow Cooker Korean BBQ, a simple yet stunning dish that transforms tender beef short ribs into a savory-sweet masterpiece. Infused with a marinade of soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, fresh ginger, and the signature heat of gochujang, this recipe gets an unexpected twist with the natural sweetness of grated Asian pear. The slow cooker does all the work, ensuring the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the rich sauce brims with umami goodness. Perfect for lazy weeknights or special occasions, this versatile dish can be served over fluffy steamed rice or in crisp lettuce wraps. Finished with a sprinkle of sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, it’s a crowd-pleaser that brings authentic Korean flavors straight to your table with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless beef short ribs
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.33 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 pears, grated (Asian pears preferred)
• 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the beef short ribs by trimming excess fat if needed, and place them in the slow cooker.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang, and grated pear. Stir until the sauce is smooth and well incorporated.

Step 3

Pour the prepared sauce over the beef short ribs in the slow cooker, ensuring that all pieces are coated evenly.

Step 4

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or on high heat for 4-5 hours, until the beef is tender and easily falls apart.

Step 5

Once the beef is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker to absorb any remaining sauce.

Step 6

Stir well to coat the beef with the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary (add a little more soy sauce, brown sugar, or gochujang as desired).

Step 7

Serve the Korean BBQ beef over steamed rice or in lettuce wraps. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and presentation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1329.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2965.8

Total Fat 216.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 6061.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 61.9g
Protein 179.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334.3mg	0%
Iron 27.4mg	0%
Potassium 3345.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.4%

Protein: 23.8%

Carbs: 11.8%