Description
These Korean BBQ meatballs are juicy, flavorful, and coated in a sweet-savory glaze with a hint of garlic and ginger. Paired with a creamy spicy mayo dip, they make the perfect appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef or pork (or a mix of both)
- 1/3 cup breadcrumbs (panko works great)
- 1 large egg
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Korean BBQ Glaze:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
For the Spicy Mayo Dip:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice level)
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Instructions
1️⃣ Make the Meatballs
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2️⃣ Cook the Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Bake the meatballs for 15–18 minutes, or until fully cooked and browned. Alternatively, pan-fry them in a skillet over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, turning to cook evenly.
3️⃣ Make the Korean BBQ Glaze
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat, then stir in the cornstarch slurry.
Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens. Remove from heat.
4️⃣ Glaze the Meatballs
Once the meatballs are cooked, toss them in the Korean BBQ glaze until fully coated.
5️⃣ Make the Spicy Mayo Dip
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
6️⃣ Serve
Transfer the glazed meatballs to a serving platter.
Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for presentation.
Serve warm with the spicy mayo dip on the side.
Notes
- For extra crispy meatballs, broil them for 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less sriracha to the mayo dip.
- These meatballs pair well with steamed rice or lettuce wraps for a complete meal.