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Korean BBQ Meatballs

Korean BBQ Meatballs: Sweet, Spicy, and Irresistibly Good

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These Korean BBQ Meatballs are sweet, spicy, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground pork, turkey, or chicken.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free panko for gluten-free option.
  • 3 tbsp Gochujang Adjust for spice level or substitute with Sriracha.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for best results.
  • 2 stalks Green Onion Can be omitted or replaced with chives.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Gochujang Adjust to taste for more heat.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Tamari works for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Double for a saucier finish.
For Garnishing
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Optional, can substitute with crushed peanuts.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, gochujang, soy sauce, minced garlic, chopped green onion, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter and place on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for approximately 15 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. Prepare the sauce by whisking together gochujang, soy sauce, and brown sugar.
  6. Coat the baked meatballs with the sauce in a mixing bowl.
  7. Return the coated meatballs to the oven for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Optional: Broil for an extra 2 minutes for crispy edges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and as leftovers. Adjust flavors according to preference.

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