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Korean BBQ Meatballs Recipe

Korean BBQ Meatballs Recipe
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These Korean BBQ Meatballs are a flavorful fusion of savory, sweet, and spicy elements featuring ground beef mixed with traditional Korean ingredients like gochujang, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Baked to perfection and served with a creamy spicy mayo dip, they make a perfect appetizer or main dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with bold flavors.

Ingredients

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Meatballs

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 inch ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for binding)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Garnish

  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Chopped scallions

Spicy Mayo Dip

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon gochujang
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
  2. Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, egg, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and optional cornstarch. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Form Meatballs: Shape the meat mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking. Place the meatballs spaced evenly on the prepared baking sheet to allow heat circulation.
  4. Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until they are fully cooked through and nicely browned on the outside. Internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C) for ground beef.
  5. Make Spicy Mayo Dip: While the meatballs are baking, whisk together the mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
  6. Serve: Once cooked, transfer the meatballs to a serving plate. Drizzle them with the spicy mayo dip or serve the dip on the side. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions for added texture and flavor.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed rice crackers.
  • If you prefer a spicier dip, increase the amount of gochujang in the spicy mayo.
  • Ensure meatballs are uniformly sized to cook evenly.
  • Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best authentic flavor.
  • Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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