Name: Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef or ground chicken; ½ cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 egg; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1-inch piece ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste); 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 green onions, finely chopped; ¼ cup soy sauce (for sauce); 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar (for sauce); 1 tablespoon gochujang (for sauce); 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (for sauce); 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for sauce); 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (for sauce); 1 teaspoon ginger, minced (for sauce); 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for sauce); ½ cup mayonnaise (for spicy mayo dip); 1 tablespoon gochujang (for spicy mayo dip); 1 tablespoon lime juice (for spicy mayo dip); 1 teaspoon honey (for spicy mayo dip); ½ teaspoon garlic powder (for spicy mayo dip); Sesame seeds (for garnish); Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine with these Korean BBQ Meatballs paired with a creamy Spicy Mayo Dip. This beginner-friendly recipe combines juicy meatballs glazed in a sticky, umami-rich sauce, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and spicy notes. These meatballs are not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, making them ideal for any occasion—be it casual family dinners or lively party gatherings. With just about 40 minutes of cooking time, you can impress your guests with ease while ensuring everyone enjoys this delightful dish. Serve them as appetizers, over rice, or in lettuce wraps for a fun twist!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef or ground chicken
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1-inch piece ginger, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 green onions, finely chopped
¼ cup soy sauce (for sauce)
2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar (for sauce)
1 tablespoon gochujang (for sauce)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (for sauce)
1 tablespoon sesame oil (for sauce)
1 teaspoon garlic, minced (for sauce)
1 teaspoon ginger, minced (for sauce)
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for sauce)
½ cup mayonnaise (for spicy mayo dip)
1 tablespoon gochujang (for spicy mayo dip)
1 tablespoon lime juice (for spicy mayo dip)
1 teaspoon honey (for spicy mayo dip)
½ teaspoon garlic powder (for spicy mayo dip)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground meat, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and green onions.
Gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Preheat your baking surface and place meatballs on a baking sheet.
Cook until browned and cooked through.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer/Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 95
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Adjust the spice by varying the amount of gochujang to suit your taste preferences. You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option. Prepare meatballs ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before cooking.