Description
Sink your teeth into these sticky, sweet, and spicy Korean BBQ Meatballs that come with a creamy, fiery mayo dip. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game nights, or your next party spread, these meatballs are quick to make, packed with flavor, and pair beautifully with rice, slaw, or noodles. A must-try for fans of bold, comforting food ideas—this easy recipe blends traditional Korean flair with Western convenience, making it a top pick for quick dinners and appetizer options alike.
Ingredients
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 egg
1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons gochujang
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, egg, panko, and green onions.
2. Form into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
4. In a saucepan, mix gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and a splash of water. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
5. Toss cooked meatballs in the glaze until coated.
6. In a bowl, mix mayo and sriracha to make the dip.
7. Serve meatballs topped with sesame seeds and extra green onions.
Notes
Use a mix of beef and pork to keep meatballs juicy and flavorful.
Adjust the heat in the dip by adding more or less sriracha to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 580
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 65
Keywords: quick dinner, party appetizer, spicy meatballs, Korean BBQ, easy recipe