Description
Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip combine sweet, spicy, and savory Korean flavors in bite-sized meatballs baked to perfection. Infused with gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil, these meatballs deliver a rich umami experience without the need for grilling, making them perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or a flavorful main dish paired with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 inch ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for binding)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Chopped scallions
Spicy Mayo Dip Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure meatballs don’t stick and cook evenly.
- Mix the meatball ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, finely chopped green onions, egg, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, brown sugar, rice vinegar, salt, and black pepper. If desired, add cornstarch to help bind the mixture. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Form the meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the meatballs: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until meatballs are fully cooked through and nicely browned on the outside.
- Prepare the spicy mayo dip: While the meatballs bake, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, and honey in a small bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the warm meatballs drizzled with the spicy mayo or with the dip on the side. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions for extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground pork or a mix of beef and pork for different flavor and texture.
- The cornstarch is optional but helps bind the meatballs and keep them tender.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet to allow even cooking and browning.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang in the meatballs and dip to control the heat level to your preference.
- These meatballs can be served with steamed rice, noodles, or wrapped in lettuce for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Korean BBQ Meatballs, Korean meatballs, gochujang meatballs, spicy mayo dip, Korean appetizer, baked meatballs, Korean cuisine
