🔥 BBQ World Tour: Korea – Fiery Flavors & Tabletop Grill Culture 🇰🇷

Welcome to the world ofKorean BBQ (Gogi-gui, 고기구이), one of the most exciting barbecue traditions in the world! Korean BBQ is a An experience for all the senses: juicy, marinated meat grilled directly at the table, combined with spicy dips, kimchi & countless side dishes (banchan)Today we're taking you on a journey through the fiery, spicy, and sweet world of Korean BBQ! 🔥

🔥 Korean BBQ – Intensively marinated & grilled right at your table

What makes Korean BBQ so special? **Here, everyone grills their own meat!** Many Korean restaurants set up small table grills where everyone cooks their own meat—a truly communal experience! These include:

• ✅ Bulgogi – Tender marinated beef, sweet and spicy grilled
• ✅ Galbi – Korean short ribs with soy and garlic marinade
• ✅ Samgyeopsal – Grilled pork belly with dip & kimchi

🔥 3 original recipes for Korean BBQ

1. Bulgogi – Sweet and spicy marinated beef

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 500 g thinly sliced beef (e.g. entrecôte or beef fillet)
• 1 pear or apple, grated
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped

Preparation:

1. Mix all ingredients for the marinade in a bowl.
2. Marinate the thinly sliced beef for at least 2 hours (preferably overnight).
3. Preheat the grill to high heat.
4. Sear the meat directly on the hot grill plate or pan for about 2 minutes per side.
5. Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions and serve hot.

2. Galbi – Korean Short Ribs

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 1 kg beef short ribs (Korean cut, thinly sliced)
• 4 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tbsp honey
• 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp ginger, grated
• 1 pear, grated
• 1 tbsp rice wine (mirin)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp sesame oil

Preparation:

1. Mix all ingredients for the marinade and marinate the short ribs for at least 4 hours.
2. Prepare the grill for medium-high heat.
3. Grill the ribs directly over the embers until they get a nice crust (about 4 minutes per side).
4. Serve with sesame seeds and spring onions.

3. Samgyeopsal – Grilled pork belly with dip

Ingredients for 4 people:

• 600 g pork belly, cut into thin slices
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• Kimchi as a side dish

Preparation:

1. Preheat the grill to high heat.
2. Place the pork belly slices directly on the grill without marinade.
3. Grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy.
4. Serve with sesame oil, salt & pepper – traditionally with kimchi!

🔥 Conclusion: BBQ Korean style

• ✅ Table grill & self-service: Everyone grills their own meat.
• ✅ Marinades with umami: Soy sauce, sesame & ginger provide intense flavor.
• ✅ Kimchi & Dips: Korean BBQ thrives on side dishes and spicy sauces.

🔥 Ready for your own Korean BBQ? Then head to the tabletop grill! 🔥