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Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip


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  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are juicy, tender meatballs coated in a sweet and savory Korean BBQ glaze, paired with a creamy and spicy mayo dip. This dish is perfect as an appetizer or main course, bringing bold, exciting flavors to any occasion.


Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

1 lb (450g) ground beef

½ cup panko breadcrumbs

1 egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece ginger, grated

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tbsp sesame oil

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

2 green onions, finely chopped

For the Korean BBQ Glaze:

¼ cup soy sauce

2 tbsp honey or brown sugar

1 tbsp gochujang

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1 tbsp sesame oil

1 tsp garlic, minced

1 tsp ginger, minced

1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (to thicken)

For the Spicy Mayo Dip:

½ cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp gochujang

1 tbsp lime juice

1 tsp honey

½ tsp garlic powder

For Garnish:

Sesame seeds

Chopped green onions


Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Form the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. For cooking, use the following methods:
    • Pan-fry: Heat oil in a large skillet and cook the meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (about 10-12 minutes).
    • Bake: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 18-20 minutes.
    • Air fryer: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  4. For the Korean BBQ glaze: In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Simmer over medium heat, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the glaze.
  5. Toss the cooked meatballs in the warm glaze until fully coated.
  6. For the spicy mayo dip: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
  7. Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving plate, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve with the spicy mayo dip.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the beef with plant-based ground meat or crumbled tofu.
  • Adjust the spiciness of the dish by increasing or decreasing the amount of gochujang in the meatballs, glaze, or mayo dip.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • If using a different meat, such as chicken or turkey, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying, Baking, Air Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg