20-Min Kkotsal with Caramelized Onions
Boneless short ribs seared until caramelized, finished with a sticky soy-ginger glaze and sweet charred onions. A TikTok-easy Korean BBQ that tastes like you spent hours but takes 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 510
- Protein
- 52g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 60 seconds.
Step 2
Add sliced onions, season with salt, and cook 6–7 minutes until softened and charred at the edges.
Step 3
Push onions to the side. Add beef in a single layer, let it sear 90 seconds per side without moving.
Step 4
Combine soy sauce, remaining sesame oil, ginger, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
Step 5
Pour glaze over beef and onions, toss gently for 1–2 minutes until caramelized and glossy.
Step 6
Transfer to a plate, top with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- small mixing bowl
- tongs or wooden spoon
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