Name: Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or mix of beef and pork); 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; ¼ cup soy sauce (for the glaze); 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar (for the glaze); 1 tbsp gochujang (for the glaze); 1 tbsp rice vinegar (for the glaze); 1 tsp garlic, minced (for the glaze); 1 tsp ginger, minced (for the glaze); 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry); ½ cup mayonnaise (for the dip); 1 tbsp gochujang (for the dip); 1 tbsp lime juice (for the dip); 1 tsp honey (for the dip); ½ tsp garlic powder (for the dip); Sesame seeds (for garnish); Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Description

Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are a mouthwatering blend of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate any meal or gathering. These tender meatballs, infused with gochujang, sesame oil, and garlic, create a savory delight that complements the creamy, zesty mayo dip. Perfect for parties, game days, or cozy family dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef (or mix of beef and pork)
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
¼ cup soy sauce (for the glaze)
2 tbsp honey or brown sugar (for the glaze)
1 tbsp gochujang (for the glaze)
1 tbsp rice vinegar (for the glaze)
1 tsp garlic, minced (for the glaze)
1 tsp ginger, minced (for the glaze)
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
½ cup mayonnaise (for the dip)
1 tbsp gochujang (for the dip)
1 tbsp lime juice (for the dip)
1 tsp honey (for the dip)
½ tsp garlic powder (for the dip)
Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Chopped green onions (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix together all meatball ingredients until just combined.
Roll the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch balls.
Cook using your preferred method: pan-fry for 10–12 minutes, bake at 400°F for 18–20 minutes, or air fry at 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
For the glaze, combine ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer 3–5 minutes and thicken with a cornstarch slurry.
Coat the cooked meatballs in the warm glaze and serve garnished with sesame seeds and green onions alongside spicy mayo dip.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking/Frying/Air Frying
Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
Calories: 300
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Customize the heat level by adjusting the amount of gochujang. Consider using ground turkey for a leaner option. Chill formed meatballs before cooking to help retain shape.