Description
Korean BBQ Beef Meatballs are an explosion of sweet, savory, and subtly spicy flavors. This recipe transforms a classic into an unforgettable taste experience, bringing authentic Korean BBQ flavors into your kitchen with ease.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- For the Korean BBQ Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon gochujang
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, and grated ginger. Season with salt and pepper. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and browned.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the Korean BBQ sauce. In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven. Toss the hot meatballs in the prepared Korean BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve the Korean BBQ Beef Meatballs hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- For spicier meatballs, increase the amount of gochujang.
- For sweeter meatballs, add a little more brown sugar to the sauce.
- These Korean BBQ beef meatballs can also be grilled.
- Serve these Korean beef meatballs as an appetizer or main course.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 meatballs
- Calories: Approximately 250-300
- Sugar: Approximately 15-20g
- Sodium: Approximately 600-800mg
- Fat: Approximately 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 5-7g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 10-13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 15-20g
- Fiber: Approximately 1-2g
- Protein: Approximately 15-20g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 70-90mg
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