Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip
Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are a delicious fusion of savory and spicy flavors, making them the perfect addition to any gathering. These tender meatballs, infused with gochujang and sesame oil, are coated in a sticky glaze that enhances their rich taste. Paired with a creamy spicy mayo dip, they provide an irresistible combination that will impress your guests. Whether served as appetizers, in sandwiches, or over rice, this beginner-friendly recipe is sure to become a household favorite. Enjoy the ease of preparation while delighting in the flavor explosion of these mouthwatering meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 meatballs (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or ground chicken
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef (or chicken), panko breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, black pepper, and chopped green onions.
- Mix gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Form mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Preheat your cooking surface (grill or skillet) and place meatballs on a baking sheet until ready to cook.
- Cook until browned and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg