5persian cucumbersor 1 small english cucumber, sliced
1teaspoonkosher salt
2tablespoonssliced green onions
1teaspoongrated ginger
1tablespoonkorean chili powdergochugaru
1tablespoonsrice wine vinegar
1teaspoondark sesame oil
Remaining Bowl Ingredients
4cupssteamed jasmine rice
4eggs
kimchifor topping
1bunch broccolinioptional
black sesame seedsfor topping
white sesame seedsfor topping
Instructions
To make the korean bbq marinade: Place ribs in two gallon ziploc bags (all 5lbs will not fit in one bag, trust me). Cut the roots off of the scallions and separate the white/light green part from the green tops. Slice the green tops and set them aside. In the carafe of a blender combine the pear, soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, pepper flakes and the white/light green parts of the green onion. Blend until smooth and pour evenly over ribs. Seal bags and marinate for at least 4 hours (8 hours is best).
To make cucumber salad: place sliced cucumbers in a colander and sprinkle with kosher salt. Let sit for 15 minutes. Rinse excess salt off cucumbers with cold water and drain. Toss with remaining ingredients plus a pinch of salt (to taste). Refrigerate until ready to use.
To make perfectly jammy eggs: Bring a medium saucepan of water to a boil. Gently lower eggs into water. Boil for 7 minutes for runny yolks, 9-10 minutes for a more cooked yolk. Cool in a bowl of ice water and peel. Set aside.
To cook ribs: Preheat a grill (or grill pan) over medium high heat. Once the grill is hot, cook the ribs 3-4 minutes per side. Do not move them once they're on the grill except to flip them once. Toss the broccolini with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a sprinkling of salt and pepper. Grill until charred after the meat is done (if using).
To assemble: Divide steamed rice between bowls. Top with beef ribs, green onion, eggs, cucumber salad, kimchi, and broccolini. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
If you wanted to make this recipe vegetarian/vegan you could substitute firm tofu or portobello caps in place of beef ribs!