Korean Mall
10 Malls to Visit in Koreatown LA
In Koreatown, there are many places that perfect for shopping, going on a date, enjoying time with friends, etc. But there are several malls that
Emily Oh
June 28, 2022
What is Galbi Jjim?
Photo: Ghost Mart
Galbi Jjim is a braised beef short rib dish, traditionally found in Korean holiday meals or special occasions like birthdays or weddings. It is one of the most iconic Korean dishes with a deep, savory yet sweet flavor. ‘Galbi’ indicates the cut of meat and ‘Jjim’ translates to braising, which is the method of cooking.
Galbi Jjim is one of the dishes that used to be enjoyed among royalty and aristocrats for a long time. Back in the days, Korea was poor and having beef in a meal was an extravagance. Thus, Galbi Jjim was often made with pork. This version of Galbi Jjim was called ‘Dwaeji Galbi Jjim (Pork Galbi Jjim)’. Even to this day, Galbi Jjim is considered a luxury, upscale cuisine enjoyed on special occasions like Chuseok (mid-autumn festival; the biggest traditional holiday in Korea) or Seollal (Korean New Year).
What is Galbi Jjim (Braised Beef Short Ribs)
It usually takes hours to cook Galbi Jjim, making it a difficult but rewarding Korean specialty. When making Galbi Jjim, beef short ribs are cooked for many hours in a soy sauce-based broth with carrots, radish, green onion, and potatoes.
Dates, pears, ginkgo nuts, ginseng, and garlic are often added to enhance the deep flavors Galbi Jjim and soften the texture of the meat. These ingredients make the dish satisfying but also healthy and nutritious.
Galbi Jjim has a refined look because of the ribs that are cut to a small size. It also has a unique appearance because of the colorful addition of vegetables.
Variations of Galbi Jjim (Korean Braised Short Ribs)
Variations of this dish include adding rice cakes(tteok) or making it spicy by adding chili spice or kimchi. This spicier version is called ‘Maewoon Galbi Jjim(spicy Galbi Jjim)’. A recently popular variation is adding mozzarella cheese. Sun Nong Dan in Koreatown LA is one of the most famous purveyors of this variation.
How to Enjoy Galbi Jjim (Korean Braised Short Ribs)
Galbi Jjim is very tender and juicy. The best thing about Galbi Jjim is the sauce, which is thick, sweet, and nutty. Because the sauce is so flavorful, it is a beloved dish enjoyed by people of all ages. A well-made Galbi Jjim has meat that is soft enough to easily separate from the bones without the need for a knife. Galbi Jjim when cooked to perfection has light shade of pink and is on the sweeter side of flavor.
When cooking Galbi Jjim, you could add some rice wine or slices of pear for the best texture and taste . Also, adding rice cakes to Galbi Jjim makes it chewy and more enjoyable to eat. Pairing rice with Galbi Jjim is a must since the it is so rich in flavor.
We highly recommend you check out these spots in Koreatown LA for the best Galbi Jjim in tow
Not Feeling Galbi Jjim?
Explore All Korean Restaurants in Koreatown LA
Korean Food
Jin Ju Restaurant Opens Up in Koreatown LA
Jin Ju Restaurant has delicious meat combos, stews, and noodles. Jin Ju opened eight weeks ago, and many customers enjoy the meat combos and hot
Emily Oh
June 27, 2022
Cafes
Three New Coffee Shops Opened in Koreatown LA
There are always new cafes and coffee shops opening in Koreatown LA. However, these three new coffee shops have opened up and gained love and
Emily Oh
June 24, 2022
Cafes
New Korean Boba Shop Heuk Hwa Dang Opens in Koreatown LA
Heuk Hwa Dang is a new boba shop in the Madang Courtyard. Opened on April 9, Heuk Hwa Dang is a South Korean franchise in
Emily Oh
June 21, 2022
Korean Bars
What is Korean Fried Chicken?
Korean fried chicken is a whole culture in itself as both non-Koreans and Koreans experience a whole new world. The basic fried chicken flavors would
Emily Oh
June 16, 2022
Korean Food
What are Korean Noodles?
Korean noodles, also known as gookso, is definitely an experience you must try as there are a variety of noodles you can enjoy. There are
Emily Oh
June 14, 2022
FAQs
Koreatown LA’s Number One Fan: Jonathan Gold
Jonathan Gold was an American food and music critic. He worked as the chief food critic for the Los Angeles Times and even wrote for
Emily Oh
June 9, 2022
Korean Food
Hanu Korean BBQ Should Be Your Next KBBQ Stop in Koreatown LA
Hanu Korean BBQ is a premium KBBQ restaurant that focuses on a fine choice diner, top quality alcohol, and ensures quantity over quality. Although it’s
Emily Oh
June 7, 2022
Korean Food
HanShik Express is Delicious and Quick in Koreatown LA
Let’s be real here. It’s hard to get authentic Korean food on a budget or when you have to wait for an hour to eat
Emily Oh
May 10, 2022
News
30 Years After the LA Riots in Koreatown LA
It’s been exactly thirty years since the LA Riots took place. What happened on April 29, 1992? What’s the significance of 429? kang.org Marked as
Emily Oh
April 29, 2022
Korean Food
L.O.L is High Quality Food Court Sushi in Koreatown LA
L.O.L is a newly opened Japanese restaurant with rolls, bento boxes, poke, and udon. Located in Koreatown Plaza, you can shop around first before heading
Emily Oh
April 29, 2022
FAQs
The 10 Best Korean Street Food in Koreatown LA
Korean street food is delicious and definitely worth a try like Korean BBQ and bar food. Korean street food consists of tteokpokki (spicy rice cakes),
Emily Oh
April 21, 2022
New Business
Hookme Rolls is Delicious, Unique, and New to Koreatown LA
Hookme Rolls is a Korean-Japanese restaurant that recently opened with high anticipation. Hookme Rolls are enjoyed by many customers as they use a significantly different
Emily Oh
April 19, 2022
New Business
New Salon Hair ARCA Opens in Koreatown LA
Hair ARCA is a brand that researches and develops products to have a healthy and fulfilling life, and they are maintaining a good lifestyle with
Emily Oh
April 14, 2022
FAQs
Revisiting Jonathan Gold’s “60 Korean Dishes Every Angeleno Should Know” A Decade Later
Ten years ago, beloved Jonathan Gold published his list of “60 Korean Dishes Every Angeleno Should Know” in LA Weekly. Since then Koreatown has undergone
Emily Oh
April 12, 2022
Korean Bars
New Bar Known as Fountain LA Opens in Koreatown LA
The Fountain LA is a new bar that recently opened in Koreatown, Los Angeles. The bar opened on January 27, 2022 as it is a
Emily Oh
April 7, 2022
News
Here’s Looking at You Reopens in Koreatown LA Through GoFundMe
At the brink of their last hope, a GoFundMe page started in order to help reopen Here’s Looking at You. And from the continuous love
Emily Oh
April 5, 2022
News
Bagnet Tea House is a New Filipino Restaurant Within Koreatown LA
Bagnet Tea House opened in January 2022 as it is located in the northern part of Koreatown. There are not a lot of Filipino restaurants
Emily Oh
April 1, 2022
Cafes
Welcome to Yeems Coffee, a New Coffee Shop in Koreatown LA
Yeems Coffee is a new coffee shop that is delicious and also cozy with a homey ambience. Although there is no outdoor seating, it is
Emily Oh
March 31, 2022
Korean Bars
Your Next Friday Night is Thirteen Play Lounge in Koreatown LA
Thirteen Play Lounge is a newly opened bar lounge that is a chill spot with spacious seating and beautiful decorations all around. It has huge
Emily Oh
March 29, 2022
News
Fat Tomato Opens New Chain Restaurant in Koreatown LA
Fat Tomato Pizza is a popular chain restaurant that finally opened its door in Koreatown as well. There are many varieties you can choose from
Emily Oh
March 24, 2022
News
3THYME Coffee & Herbs is Your New Coffee Hangout in Koreatown LA
3THYME Coffee & Herbs offer delicious coffee and espresso drinks along with tasty tea drinks as well. It is newly opened in the beginning of
Emily Oh
March 22, 2022
News
Welcome to KazuNori, the First Hand Roll Bar in Koreatown LA
Welcome to KazuNori, an original and new hand roll restaurant that opened in Koreatown recently with other branch locations throughout Los Angeles. Built under the
Emily Oh
March 20, 2022
Korean Food
New Korean Fried Chicken Restaurant Chicken Pong Opens in Koreatown LA
Chicken Pong is a newly opened Korean fried chicken restaurant that opened on December 16, 2021. It’s a new restaurant that focuses on being different
Emily Oh
March 17, 2022
FAQs
Top 10 Places to Eat Spicy Rice Cakes (Tteokbokki) in Koreatown LA
Tteokbokki, aka Korean spicy rice cakes, are one of the most famous Korean street food that you can think of. With chewy rice cakes, fish
Emily Oh
March 10, 2022
FAQs
The Official Guide to Koreatown LA
Koreatown LA is a hotspot in LA that spans 2.5 square miles with 3,000+ businesses. Explore the best things to eat, explore, and do in 2022!
Emily Oh
March 9, 2022
FAQs
What is Korean Soup?
Korean soups are definitely one of the most notable dishes of Korean cuisine. Soups and stews serve as an important feature within the Korean diet
Emily Oh
March 8, 2022
FAQs
Top 20 Korean BBQ Restaurants in Koreatown LA
Korean BBQ is the most well known and loved by both Koreans and non-Koreans. It is a great place to go with friends, family, or
Emily Oh
March 5, 2022
FAQs
What is a Korean Spa?
Korean spas (also known as jjimjilbang) are different from other spas as they specifically focus on relaxing, spending quality time with friends and family, and
Emily Oh
March 2, 2022
Zachary Tomlinson
February 24, 2022 at 11:14 PMMy friend is looking for new cuisines to try out after spending the entire year on fast food. I like how you explained that galbi is a Korean dish that uses braised meat and spices for an awesome flavor experience. We should probably try this out first by visiting a Korean restaurant around his area. https://latofuhouse.com/menu/