Description
These Korean BBQ meatballs are packed with flavor and served with a spicy mayo dip for an extra kick. Perfect for a party appetizer or a delicious dinner option!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or ground chicken
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions, chopped
For the Korean BBQ Glaze:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
For the Spicy Mayo Dip:
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- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp gochujang
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
For Garnish:
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- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, mix all meatball ingredients until well combined. Shape into balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Make the Korean BBQ Glaze: In a saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients and simmer until thickened.
- Cook the Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the oven, then brush with the Korean BBQ glaze.
- Prepare the Spicy Mayo Dip: Mix all dip ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve: Garnish the meatballs with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve with the spicy mayo dip.
Notes
- You can also pan-fry the meatballs for a crispy exterior.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less gochujang in the meatballs and the dip.
- Double the recipe for a larger crowd or as a main dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball with dip
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Korean BBQ, Meatballs, Spicy Mayo Dip, Party Appetizer, Easy Recipe