• 3 pounds meaty beef short ribs (cut crosswise into 2-inch lengths)

For the marinade:

• 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and diced
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 tablespoon peeled minced fresh ginger
• 2 scallions, trimmed, white parts minced, green parts thinly sliced on the diagonal for serving
• 1/3 cup brown sugar (white sugar or honey are OK, too)
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/2 cup rice wine or sake
• 1/3 cup Asian (dark) sesame oil, plus 2 tablespoons for basting
• 3 tablespoons gochujang (optional)

• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds, for serving

For grilling and serving:

• 8 cloves garlic, skewered on toothpicks
• 1 bunch scallions, trimmed
• 2 kiwi fruits, cut in half
• 1 cup kimchi, thinly sliced

• 1 head Boston lettuce, separated into leaves and washed