Name: Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Korean Fusion
Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 egg; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon grated ginger; 1/3 cup soy sauce (glaze); 2 tablespoons brown sugar (glaze); 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (glaze); 1 tablespoon gochujang (glaze); 1 teaspoon sesame oil (glaze); 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (glaze); 1/2 cup mayonnaise (dip); 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (dip); 1 teaspoon lime juice (dip); 1 teaspoon honey (dip); 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (dip)

Description

Tender Korean BBQ beef meatballs glazed in sweet-salty sauce, served with a creamy spicy mayo dip—perfect for appetizers, dinner, or meal prep.

Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/3 cup soy sauce (glaze)
2 tablespoons brown sugar (glaze)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (glaze)
1 tablespoon gochujang (glaze)
1 teaspoon sesame oil (glaze)
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water (glaze)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (dip)
1–2 tablespoons sriracha (dip)
1 teaspoon lime juice (dip)
1 teaspoon honey (dip)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (dip)

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients and mix gently.

3. Form into meatballs and place on baking sheet.

4. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until cooked and browned.

5. While baking, make glaze: simmer sauce ingredients, then add cornstarch slurry to thicken.

6. Toss baked meatballs in glaze to coat evenly.

7. Mix mayo dip ingredients in a bowl until smooth.

8. Serve meatballs warm with spicy mayo dip on the side.

Notes

Make ahead: Prep meatballs, glaze, and dip separately for quick assembly.

Lighter version: Substitute turkey or chicken.

Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free breadcrumbs.

Freeze: Store plain meatballs in freezer-safe bags 2 months; thaw and glaze/reheat as needed.

Serve: As appetizer skewers, entree with rice, or party finger foods.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Korean Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 meatballs
Calories: 320
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 90mg