hereβs a full, delicious recipe for Korean BBQ Meatballs with a spicy mayo dip. These are perfect for appetizers, meal prep, or a fun dinner. ππ°π·
π°π· Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip
Makes: 20β24 meatballs
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20β25 minutes
π§ Meatballs Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or pork, or mix)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1 tsp gochujang (for heat)
π₯£ Korean BBQ Glaze
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp gochujang (optional, for spice)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
πΆοΈ Spicy Mayo Dip
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1β2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: 1 tsp honey
Instructions
1. Make the meatballs
- In a bowl, combine all meatball ingredients.
- Mix gently until just combined.
- Roll into 1β1.5 inch meatballs.
2. Cook the meatballs
Oven method
- Preheat oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C)
- Place meatballs on a lined baking sheet
- Bake 15β18 minutes, until cooked through
Skillet method
- Heat a bit of oil in a skillet
- Brown meatballs on all sides
- Finish cooking for 8β10 minutes
3. Make the Korean BBQ glaze
- In a small saucepan, combine glaze ingredients (except slurry).
- Bring to a simmer.
- Add cornstarch slurry and stir until thickened.
4. Coat the meatballs
- Toss cooked meatballs in the glaze until fully coated.
5. Make the spicy mayo dip
- Mix all dip ingredients in a bowl.
- Adjust heat and sweetness to taste.
π½οΈ Serve
Top meatballs with:
- sesame seeds
- chopped green onions
- extra gochujang (if you like spicy)
Serve with the spicy mayo dip on the side.
β Variations
Air Fryer Meatballs
- Cook at 400Β°F (200Β°C) for 10β12 minutes, shaking halfway.
Korean BBQ Meatball Bowl
Serve over:
- rice
- cauliflower rice
- noodles
Add veggies like cucumber, carrots, and kimchi.