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Korean Meatballs : Sweet & Spicy

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Looking for a delicious twist on classic meatballs? These Korean Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are bursting with bold flavors, featuring juicy beef (or pork), a sweet and spicy BBQ glaze, and a creamy, tangy dipping sauce

Ingredients

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For the Korean Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground beef (or pork, or a mix)

  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

  • 1 egg

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Sweet & Spicy BBQ Sauce:

  • ¼ cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

For the Spicy Mayo Dip:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust for spice preference)

  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

  • ½ teaspoon honey

For Garnishing:

  • Sesame seeds

  • Chopped green onions

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatballs

In a large bowl, mix ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt until well combined. Shape into 1-inch meatballs (about 15-18 meatballs).

2. Cook the Meatballs

Oven Method (Healthier Option):

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Place meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until browned and cooked through.

Pan-Fried Method (Crispiest Version):

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  • Sear meatballs for 3-4 minutes per side, then lower heat and cook through for another 5 minutes.

3. Make the Sweet & Spicy BBQ Sauce

In a small saucepan, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

4. Toss the Meatballs in the Sauce

Add the cooked meatballs to the saucepan and toss to coat evenly in the glaze.

5. Make the Spicy Mayo Dip

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and honey.

6. Serve & Garnish

Arrange the meatballs on a platter, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve with the spicy mayo dip on the side.

Notes

  • Use a mix of beef and pork – This keeps the meatballs juicy.

  • Don’t overwork the meat mixture – Mix just until combined for tender meatballs.

  • Make them spicier – Add more gochujang or red pepper flakes.

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