Grilled Flanken Cut Beef Short Ribs

This grilled flanken cut beef short ribs recipe is fantastic. The combination of the marinade for the beef short ribs along with a quick high heat sear grilling makes this cut of beef something you will continue to grill over and over.

I don’t find lot of people throwing short ribs on the grill. The only reason I can think of as to why is because this cut of short ribs aren’t always displayed at the grocery store. Make it a point to go to the butcher counter and ask for them. This cut of short are not a very expensive cut of meat and are so easy to grill up. This recipe is ridiculously easy and quick to make.

I’ll warn you though, this

is not something you’ll want to make on a first date because things could get sloppy. These little slices of beef heaven aren’t for the white table cloth crowd. However, if you’re looking for a grilled beef recipe that you just devour then look no further. You know the type of beef recipe I’m talking about. The one that you literally hear yourself gulp as you eat of a pound of these short ribs. The type of recipe that makes you hunch over your plate with an intensity that can only be matched by the eventually beef sweat satisfaction when you are done.

Short Ribs

Marinade Ingredients for Flanken Cut Short Ribs

1. Soy Sauce (3 ounces): Soy sauce adds a savory umami flavor to the marinade, enhancing the overall taste of the ribs. The saltiness will help to season the beef.
2. Sesame Oil (3 ounces): Sesame oil contributes a nutty and aromatic flavor of the marinade. It also helps to carry the other flavors into the meat and provides a subtle richness to the final dish.
3. Worcestershire Sauce (2 ounces): Worcestershire sauce adds depth of flavor with its combination of savory and tangy notes. It’s always been a nice complement to beef.
4. Oyster Sauce (1 ounce): Oyster sauce lends a rich and savory taste to the marinade, with subtle hints of sweetness. It enhances the umami profile of the dish and adds depth to its flavor.
5. Corn Oil (2 ounces): Corn oil serves as a neutral carrier for the other ingredients, helping to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the marinade. It also contributes to moisture retention during cooking, keeping the ribs juicy.
6. Cayenne Pepper Hot Sauce (1 ounce): Cayenne pepper hot sauce brings the heat and a spicy kick to the marinade, balancing out the richness of the other ingredients. It’s not overpowering just brings a little warmth to the dish.
7. Garlic Powder (dash): Garlic powder imparts a pungent and aromatic flavor that only garlic can, enhancing its overall taste profile.
8. Onion Powder (dash): Onion powder contributes a sweet and savory flavor to the marinade. It adds depth to the overall taste profile and complements the other ingredients well.

Take all these ingredients of the marinade and cover the ribs for at least 12 hours in the fridge. As you can see, plenty of fat on this cut of beef. Makes it a great cut to soak up the marinade and not dry out on the grill over high heat.

Short Ribs in Marinade

How do you grill short ribs?

The first step when grilling this flanken cut beef short ribs recipe is bringing the grill up to 500 degrees. Make sure the grill is clean because the grill should be smoking and super hot when you throw the ribs on. Working with a grill this hot might cause flare ups if you don’t have a clean grill.

The ribs should be place on the grill grates directly over the heat. That’s why I prefer a propane grill instead of charcoal or wood for this short rib recipe. The gas grill gives an even sear with less chance of burnt meat.

Sear marks on short ribs

The beef needs only a few minutes to cook and get a nice sear. It’s important to stay close to the grill. Sear marks are good but you don’t want to burn up your ribs which is easy to do with the skinny cut if your not paying attention.

The flanken cut of short ribs is usually about a 1/4 of an inch so it only takes a few minutes to grill them up. I try to grill them with the grill lid up for three minutes and then flip the ribs with a pair of tongs. Then repeat for another 3 minutes for a total of 6 minutes grill time. That’s all it takes!

Short Ribs on the Grill

Tips for this grilled flanken cut beef short ribs recipe.

• Make sure your grill is clean before grilling.
• Get your grill blazing hot before putting on the beef short ribs.
• Have a plate or cutting board next to the grill to take the ribs off the grill quickly.
• Don’t crowd the ribs onto the grill grates. A little space between each rib will help prevent steaming instead of grilling.
• Make sure you have a good pair of tongs to take the ribs off the grill.

Grilled Beef Short Ribs Flanken Cut Style

What should you eat with grilled beef short ribs?

Don’t eat anything else with this short ribs recipe. Seriously, nothing! Why would you fill up on rice and noodles when you can eat more of these awesome ribs!

Give this cut of beef a try on the grill. This grilled flanken cut beef short ribs recipe is perfect on a summer Friday afternoon after a long day of work because it’s so easy to fire up the grill for ten minutes and then throw this cut on. All you need is a little prep work for the marinade before you walk out the door in the morning. Everything else with this recipe is super easy and quick.

Just watch out for the tiny bones as you eat these up!

Grilled Short Rib

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Grilled Beef Short Ribs Flanken Cut Style

By sear marks – Serves: 2

Prep Time: 5 minutes – Cooking Time: 5 minutes

This grilled flanken cut beef short ribs recipe is fantastic. The combination of the marinade for the beef short ribs along with a quick high heat sear grilling makes this cut of beef something you will continue to grill over and over.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds of flanken cut short ribs
• 3 ounces soy sauce
• 3 ounces sesame oil
• 2 ounces Worcestershire Sauce
• 1 ounce oyster sauce
• 2 ounces corn oil
• 1 ounce cayenne pepper hot sauce
• dash garlic powder
• dash onion powder

Instructions

1

Place all ingredients in a zip lock bag or container.

2

Marinate 12 plus hours

3

Heat Grill to 500 degrees

4

Place Ribs over direct heat

5

Grill for 3 minutes

6

Flip Ribs and grill for an additional 3 minutes.

7

Remove Ribs from the grill and serve.

Notes

Make sure your grill is clean before grilling. Get your grill blazing hot before putting on the beef short ribs. Have a plate or cutting board next to the grill to take the ribs off the grill quickly. Don't crowd the ribs onto the grill grates. A little space between each rib will help prevent steaming instead of grilling.