BBQ Beef Char Siu Short Rib & Watercress Namul

June 30, 2025 / By Foodland

BBQ Beef Char Siu Short Rib & Watercress Namul

"Impress your friends and family with this super 'ono and easy dish! You can easily sub the beef short rib for pork or chicken too." - Chef Nick Miguel, Development Chef de Cuisine
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Beef
Servings 4

Ingredients  

  • 4 pounds 1/2" Maika'i Bone-In Beef Short Rib
  • 2 packs NOH Char Siu Marinade
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 1 cup Hoisin sauce
  • 1 bunch Watercress
  • 3 tablespoons Sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher salt (as needed)
  • Hondashi (optional)
  • Roasted sesame seed (optional)

Instructions 

Marinade

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the NOH Char Siu Marinade, water, and hoisin sauce. Stir until the marinade powder is fully dissolved.
  • Place the short ribs in a zip-top bag and pour in ¾ of the marinade, reserving the remaining ¼ for basting.
  • Seal the bag and massage to coat the beef thoroughly.
  • Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (overnight for best results).

Watercress Namul

  • Wash and drain the watercress. Trim about ½" off the stems and discard the trimmings.
  • Chop the watercress into 1" segments and place them in a mixing bowl.
  • Season with sesame oil and salt to taste (optional: add a pinch of Hondashi for extra umami).
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Beef Short Ribs

  • Preheat grill to high heat.
  • Lightly grease the grill grates with sesame oil.
  • Grill marinated short ribs for 1 to 2 minutes per side, or until nicely charred.
  • While grilling, baste with the reserved marinade to build flavor and lacquer the surface.
  • Remove the ribs from the grill and rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Slice between the bones and transfer to a serving plate.
  • Garnish with the prepared watercress namul and a sprinkle of roasted sesame seeds.
  • Serve immediately.
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