Description
Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are a delicious fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that will elevate any meal. These tender meatballs, infused with the umami richness of gochujang and sesame oil, create an irresistible dish perfect for appetizers, game days, or family dinners. Their juicy texture is complemented by a luscious glaze, while the spicy mayo dip adds an extra kick that keeps everyone coming back for more. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, these meatballs are sure to impress guests at any gathering. Enjoy them in lettuce wraps, tacos, or simply on their own for a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or mix of beef and pork)
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1-inch piece ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp gochujang
- ¼ cup soy sauce (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp gochujang (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (for glaze)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil (for glaze)
- 1 tsp garlic (for glaze)
- 1 tsp ginger (for glaze)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (to thicken glaze)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (for dip)
- 1 tbsp gochujang (for dip)
- 1 tbsp lime juice (for dip)
- 1 tsp honey (for dip)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (for dip)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1 to 1.5-inch meatballs.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-20 minutes or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes.
- Prepare the glaze by simmering soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and ginger in a saucepan. Thicken with cornstarch mixed with water.
- Toss cooked meatballs in the glaze until 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: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg