Description
These Korean BBQ meatballs combine savory and sweet flavors with a spicy kick from gochujang, making them a perfect appetizer or main dish. Made with ground beef, aromatic spices, and garnished with sesame seeds and fresh herbs, they are sure to impress at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or a mix of beef and pork)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef (or your preferred meat mix) with the breadcrumbs.
- Add the finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the bowl.
- Pour in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and brown sugar.
- Add the gochujang for a spicy kick, adjusting to taste if necessary.
- Sprinkle in the black pepper and pour in the beaten egg.
- Using your hands, mix all the ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Take a small amount of the meat mixture (about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons) and roll it into a ball.
- Place the shaped meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Continue shaping the rest of the mixture until all the meatballs are formed, yielding about 20-24 meatballs.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the baking sheet with the meatballs in the oven.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden-brown.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- Add the meatballs to the skillet, cooking in batches if necessary.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and place on a plate lined with paper towels.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your spice preference.
- For a healthier option, consider baking the meatballs instead of pan-frying.
- These meatballs can be served with a dipping sauce or over rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes