Korean BBQ Meatballs (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender meatballs coated in sweet-savory Korean BBQ glaze served with creamy spicy mayo for dipping - a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Meatballs
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450g ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
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1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1 egg
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1-inch piece ginger, grated
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2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
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1 tbsp brown sugar
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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2 green onions, finely chopped
→ For the Korean BBQ Glaze
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1/4 cup soy sauce
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2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
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1 tbsp gochujang
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tsp garlic, minced
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1 tsp ginger, minced
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1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
→ For the Spicy Mayo Dip
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1 tbsp gochujang
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tsp honey
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
→ For Garnish
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Sesame seeds
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Chopped green onions
# Steps:
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Combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
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Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
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Pan-frying method: Heat oil in a large skillet and cook the meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (10-12 minutes). Baking method: Preheat oven to 200°C and bake for 18-20 minutes. Air fryer method: Preheat to 190°C and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
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In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Simmer over medium heat, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken.
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Toss the cooked meatballs in the warm glaze until fully coated.
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In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
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Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving plate, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve with the spicy mayo dip.
# Notes & Tips:
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These meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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For added texture, top with chopped sesame seeds or crushed peanuts before serving.
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Adjust gochujang or sriracha amounts to suit your preferred spice level.