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Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip

  • Author: Any
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean

Description

These Korean BBQ meatballs are packed with flavor from gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil, and are perfectly complemented by a spicy mayo dip. They make for a delicious and unique appetizer or main dish.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
  • ½ 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
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

For the Korean BBQ Glaze:

  • ¼ 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 (to thicken)

For the Spicy Mayo Dip:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

For Garnish:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, mix all meatball ingredients until well combined. Shape into meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
  2. Make the Korean BBQ Glaze: In a saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients except cornstarch mixture. Bring to a simmer, then add cornstarch mixture and cook until thickened.
  3. Cook the Meatballs: Brush meatballs with some glaze and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Prepare the Spicy Mayo Dip: Mix all dip ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Serve: Drizzle meatballs with remaining glaze, sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve with spicy mayo dip.

Notes

  • You can also cook the meatballs in a skillet or on a grill for a different texture.
  • Adjust the amount of gochujang in the glaze and dip according to your spice preference.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 meatball with dip
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: Korean BBQ, meatballs, spicy mayo dip, appetizer, gochujang