Korean BBQ Meatballs – Sweet, Spicy, and Flavorful to Perfection
Korean BBQ Meatballs are sweet, spicy, and savory meatballs glazed with gochujang-based flavors and served with a creamy spicy mayo dip. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer / Main Dish
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Korean Fusion
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
- Toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish
- Spicy Mayo Dip: 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon gochujang, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, garlic, ginger, green onions, egg, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, brown sugar, rice vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined and form into 1-inch meatballs.
- Place meatballs on prepared baking sheet and bake 18–20 minutes until fully cooked and browned.
- Meanwhile, whisk together spicy mayo dip ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Serve meatballs warm, drizzled with spicy mayo or with dip on the side. Garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat to keep meatballs tender.
- Adjust gochujang for spice level.
- Can be pan-fried instead of baked for a crispier exterior.