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Korean BBQ Meatballs

Delicious Korean BBQ Meatballs with Zesty Spicy Mayo Dip

These Korean BBQ Meatballs are bursting with flavor and served with a zesty spicy mayo dip, making them perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (or Beef-Pork Mix) Substitute with ground chicken or turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free variation
  • 1 large Egg Adjust for dietary needs if necessary
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated)
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for a gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean chili paste) Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey can be an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (chopped)
For the BBQ Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey/Brown Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mix with water to thicken
For the Spicy Mayo Dip
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Recipe Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5 inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  3. For pan-frying, heat oil in a skillet and cook meatballs for 10-12 minutes. For baking, preheat oven to 400°F and cook for 18-20 minutes.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine BBQ glaze ingredients and bring to a simmer. Add cornstarch mixed with water to thicken.
  5. Transfer cooked meatballs to the BBQ glaze and coat thoroughly.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together spicy mayo dip ingredients until smooth.
  7. Serve the glazed meatballs with extra sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Enjoy with the spicy mayo dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender. Lean protein can be used, just add sesame oil to maintain moisture.

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