Galbi Jjim

Ingredients

• 5 pounds short ribs for braising, rinsed in cold water
• 3/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 Asian pear, peeled and grated
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 medium Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced in half
• cooked rice, optional, for serving
• 2 green onions, optional, thinly sliced, for serving
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, optional, toasted, for serving