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Korean BBQ Meatballs

Korean BBQ Meatballs: Juicy Bites with Spicy Mayo Dip

Delicious Korean BBQ Meatballs with bold flavors and a creamy spicy mayo dip, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Can substitute with ground ginger
  • 3 tablespoons Green Onions (finely chopped) Shallots can be used
  • 1 Egg Can omit or use flaxseed egg for vegan
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free alternatives can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Tamari for gluten-free diets
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Gochujang Sriracha for a milder option
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Coconut sugar as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar White vinegar can work
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • for garnish Toasted Sesame Seeds and Chopped Scallions Adds texture and visual appeal
For the Creamy Spicy Mayo Dip
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Lemon juice can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup for a vegan alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Meatball Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Dip Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, and honey until smooth.
  2. Let the meatballs cool for a few minutes before garnishing with sesame seeds and scallions.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Mix the meat gently to keep the meatballs tender. Monitor baking time closely to avoid drying out the meatballs.

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