Japanese BBQ beef short rib in a Yakiniku marinade

SERVES 2

INGREDIENTS

• 500g beef shortribs (sliced)

• 1 cup light soy sauce 

• 1/3 cup mirin 

• 1/3 cup sake 

• 2 tbsp sugar 

• 1 red chili

• 1 tbsp chili powder 

• 1 pear (super ripe, peeled and grated)

• 8 garlic cloves (minced)

• 2 tbsp finely grated or minced ginger

• 4 spring onions (finely chopped)

• 1 tbsp sea salt 

• Pepper to taste

METHOD

1. Place all ingredients (except beef short ribs) into a large mixing bowl and mix until evenly incorporated.

2. Add sliced beef short ribs to a deep tray and cover with marinade and allow marinate for 24hours - 3 days (the longer the better), before you cook them