Description
These Korean BBQ Meatballs are a flavorful and easy-to-make appetizer or main dish featuring tender ground beef meatballs baked to perfection, tossed in a savory Korean BBQ sauce, and served with a creamy, spicy mayo dip. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds, they offer a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors that bring a delicious Korean twist to classic meatballs.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
Sauces and Garnish
- ½ cup Korean BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp sriracha sauce (adjust for spice)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for healthier option)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to cook the meatballs evenly and develop a nice crust.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, minced garlic, finely chopped green onions, panko breadcrumbs, and the egg. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated to form the meatball mixture.
- Form Meatballs: Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs, ensuring they are consistent in size for even cooking. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until fully cooked through and browned on the outside.
- Prepare Spicy Mayo Dip: While the meatballs are baking, mix together the mayonnaise and sriracha sauce in a bowl to create a creamy and spicy dipping sauce. Adjust the amount of sriracha according to your preferred spice level.
- Toss with Korean BBQ Sauce: Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and gently toss them with the Korean BBQ sauce to coat all meatballs evenly, infusing them with rich flavor.
- Serve: Serve the Korean BBQ meatballs warm, accompanied by the spicy mayo dip on the side. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds to add extra texture and a nutty aroma.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise in the spicy mayo dip for a lighter, healthier option.
- Adjust sriracha amounts in the dip to control the spice level according to preference.
- Use fresh green onions and garlic for the best flavor.
- Panko breadcrumbs help achieve a light and tender meatball texture.
- Meatballs can be prepared and shaped ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
- For gluten-free versions, replace panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
