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Korean BBQ Meatballs

Savory Korean BBQ Meatballs with a Spicy Mayo Twist

These Korean BBQ Meatballs are bursting with flavor, featuring a spicy mayo dip for a delightful appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 0.5 inch Ginger Grated for warmth and spice.
  • 2 Green Onions Finely chopped.
  • 1 Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 0.25 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free if necessary.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Light olive oil can be used if needed.
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a viable substitute.
  • 1 tsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used.
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch Optional for binding.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds For garnish.
  • Chopped Scallions For garnish.
For the Spicy Mayo Dip
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise Use Greek yogurt for a lighter dip.
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Lime Juice Lemon juice can be used.
  • 0.5 tsp Honey Maple syrup is a vegan alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and mix until well combined.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  5. While baking, prepare the spicy mayo dip by whisking all dip ingredients together.
  6. Once baked, serve the meatballs garnished with sesame seeds and scallions, with the spicy mayo on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow meatball mixture to rest in the fridge for enhanced flavor before baking. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days.

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