What's in it
Beef short ribs, radish, carrot, chestnuts, jujubes, soy sauce.
More about Braised Beef Short Ribs
Galbijjim is a centrepiece of Chuseok and Lunar New Year tables. Restaurants also serve a spicy version (maeun galbijjim); Daegu's Dongin-dong is known for its fiery jjimgalbi.
Special diets and allergies
- Vegetarian: no — beef is part of the dish.
- Pork: usually pork-free — meat is not halal unless the restaurant is certified; the marinade may contain cooking wine.
- Allergens: Wheat / gluten, Soy, Tree nuts.
Recipes vary between restaurants. If an ingredient matters to you, ask before you order — or show a diet card.
Quick answers
What are braised beef short ribs?
Short ribs slow-braised in sweet soy sauce with radish, carrot, chestnuts and jujubes — a holiday favourite.
Are braised beef short ribs spicy?
No — they are not spicy.
Are braised beef short ribs vegetarian?
No — beef is part of the dish.
Do braised beef short ribs contain pork?
Usually pork-free — meat is not halal unless the restaurant is certified; the marinade may contain cooking wine.
Are braised beef short ribs gluten-free?
No — they usually contain wheat (gluten). Recipes vary, so ask if you need to avoid it.
What are braised beef short ribs called in Korean?
갈비찜, pronounced “galbijjim”.