Description
These Savory Tender Korean BBQ Meatballs are a delicious blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, baked to perfection, and then glazed with flavorful Korean BBQ sauce. Served with a creamy, spicy mayo dip, they make an irresistible appetizer or main dish perfect for gatherings or a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs
- 1 pound Ground Beef (can be substituted with ground turkey)
- 1 pound Ground Pork (substitute with more ground beef or turkey if preferred)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (use panko for extra crunch)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced) (fresh garlic is best)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) (fresh is recommended)
- 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce (switch to tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil (can be substituted with vegetable oil)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Glaze and Garnish
- 1 cup Korean BBQ Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons Green Onions (sliced) (can be omitted)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (optional garnish)
Spicy Mayo Dip
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise (substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option)
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha (adjust for spice preference)
Instructions
- Combine the Meatball Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Season with salt and pepper. Gently mix the ingredients until just combined to maintain a tender texture.
- Shape the Meatballs: Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place each meatball on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Bake the Meatballs: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned on the outside.
- Glaze with BBQ Sauce: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the baked meatballs along with the Korean BBQ sauce. Gently toss and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, allowing the meatballs to be evenly coated and heated through.
- Prepare the Spicy Mayo Dip: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and sriracha until smooth and well combined. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred spice level.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving platter. Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top for garnish. Serve warm alongside the spicy mayo dip for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option or adjust the meat proportions based on preference.
- For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- To make the spicy mayo healthier, swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust the spiciness of the dip by controlling the amount of sriracha.
- These meatballs can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently in a skillet with BBQ sauce before serving.
