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Tender Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip

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These tender Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip combine bold sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in every bite. A crowd-pleaser for parties, appetizers, or an easy weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • For the Meatballs:
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 3 green onions, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • For the BBQ Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • For the Spicy Mayo Dip:
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and brown sugar until well combined.
  3. Form into 1-inch meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until cooked through and golden.
  5. Meanwhile, whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and gochujang in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Bring to a gentle simmer, stir in the cornstarch slurry, and cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.
  7. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
  8. Toss cooked meatballs in the BBQ sauce and serve warm with spicy mayo dip.

Notes

  • Adjust spice by increasing or decreasing gochujang and sriracha.
  • For extra texture, roll meatballs in panko before baking.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean