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; 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 glaze); 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar (for glaze); 1 tablespoon gochujang (for glaze); 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (for glaze); 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for glaze); 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (for glaze); 1 teaspoon ginger, minced (for glaze); 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (to thicken); ½ cup mayonnaise (for dip); 1 tablespoon gochujang (for dip); 1 tablespoon lime juice (for dip); 1 teaspoon honey (for dip); ½ teaspoon garlic powder (for dip); Sesame seeds (for garnish); Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Description

Indulge in the delightful world of Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. These flavor-packed meatballs are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family dinner or a lively gathering with friends. The umami-rich glaze combined with a creamy spicy mayo dip creates an irresistible combination that will leave everyone wanting more. Designed for beginners, this recipe allows anyone to impress their guests with minimal effort and maximum taste.

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
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 glaze)
2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar (for glaze)
1 tablespoon gochujang (for glaze)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (for glaze)
1 tablespoon sesame oil (for glaze)
1 teaspoon garlic, minced (for glaze)
1 teaspoon ginger, minced (for glaze)
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (to thicken)
½ cup mayonnaise (for dip)
1 tablespoon gochujang (for dip)
1 tablespoon lime juice (for dip)
1 teaspoon honey (for dip)
½ teaspoon garlic powder (for dip)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, panko, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and green onions.
Gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing.
Form into evenly sized meatballs (1 to 1.5 inches in diameter).
Preheat your oven or cooking surface before placing the meatballs for cooking.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added crunch and flavor variation, incorporate grated vegetables like carrots or bell peppers into the meatball mixture. Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your heat preference.