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Korean BBQ Meatballs (2)

Korean BBQ-Style Meatballs Recipe

This Korean BBQ-style meatballs recipe combines juicy ground beef with bold flavors like gochujang, garlic, and ginger. Tossed in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce, these meatballs are topped with green onions and sesame seeds for the perfect finishing touch. Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4 people
Calories 409 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 stalks green onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small small ginger grated
  • 2 tsp gochujang paste
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 large egg

For the Sauce:

  • 1 cup water
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp cornstarch

For Topping:

  • Green onion chopped
  • Toasted sesame seeds

For Frying:

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

Instructions
 

  • Combine ground beef, chopped green onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, gochujang paste, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and the egg in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
  • Roll the mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together water, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth. Set the sauce mixture aside.
  • Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the meatballs in the skillet, ensuring they’re not overcrowded. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and fully cooked.
  • Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. Stir the meatballs gently to coat them evenly in the sauce.
  • Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped green onion and toasted sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor and presentation.
  • Enjoy your perfectly seasoned, deliciously saucy meatballs!

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Notes

Serving Suggestions
Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Pair with a side of kimchi or pickled vegetables for an authentic Korean touch.

Nutrition

Calories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 23gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 127mgSodium: 896mgPotassium: 407mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 159IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Easy Meatball Recipe, Korean BBQ Meatballs, Sweet and Savory Sauce
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