Description
These Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are juicy, flavorful, and packed with bold Korean-inspired flavors. Glazed in a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and paired with a creamy, spicy mayo dip, this easy recipe is perfect for parties, game nights, or a delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the Korean BBQ Sauce:
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
For the Spicy Mayo Dip:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp lime juice
Optional Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatballs:
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- In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape into evenly sized meatballs.
- Cook the Meatballs:
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- Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes.
- Fry: Heat oil in a pan and fry until browned and cooked through.
- Grill: Grill for added smoky flavor.
- Make the Korean BBQ Sauce:
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- In a small pan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Coat the Meatballs:
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- Toss the cooked meatballs in the Korean BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Make the Spicy Mayo Dip:
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- In a bowl, mix mayo, sriracha, garlic, and lime juice. Stir until smooth.
- Serve & Garnish:
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- Plate the meatballs and drizzle with spicy mayo or serve on the side.
- Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust gochujang and sriracha for spice preference.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze uncooked meatballs for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Frying, Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg