galbi

American  

[gahl-bee, gal-, kahl-] / ˈgɑlˌbi, ˈgæl-, ˈkɑl- /

kalbi

noun

1. in Korean cooking, a dish consisting of grilled beef short ribs that have been marinated in a mixture typically containing soy sauce, ginger, a sweetener such as brown sugar, and other ingredients.

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Etymology

Origin of galbi

First recorded in 1955–60; from Korean: literally, “ribs”

Example Sentences

I first dined at Yoon Haeundae Galbi in 2022, went back in 2024, and again this year, and it’s been a consistent hit.

From Salon

Yoon Haeundae Galbi – Yoon Haeundae Galbi is a fine dining Korean BBQ restaurant founded by Bobby Yoon, the grandson of the Korean chef who pioneered the “Haeundae Cut” to tenderize meat, which is used on all the grilled short ribs at the restaurant.

From Salon

Korean food has become so familiar worldwide that Trader Joe’s even carries kimbap, japchae and galbi in its freezer section.

From Salon

Restaurant: Yoon Haeundae Galbi is an incredible Korean BBQ spot less than a mile from both hotels.

From Salon

Current favorites like pho and ramen are joined by chef’s specialties, including Thai grilled chicken and family-style platters featuring galbi, grilled Korean marinated beef short ribs priced by the pound.

From Seattle Times