Description
Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are a delightful fusion of flavors that will elevate any gathering. These tender meatballs are infused with the rich taste of gochujang and sesame oil, creating a savory yet sweet glaze that tantalizes the palate. Paired with a creamy, spicy mayo dip, they make for the perfect appetizer or snack at parties, game days, or family dinners. Easy to prepare and fully customizable to suit your spice preference, these meatballs are sure to impress guests and family alike. Enjoy this mouthwatering dish that marries traditional Korean flavors with a modern twist.
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)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (to thicken)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 18–20 minutes or use an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger; simmer until combined. Stir in cornstarch slurry to thicken.
- Toss cooked meatballs in the glaze until fully coated.
- For the spicy mayo dip, whisk together mayonnaise, gochujang, lime juice, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg