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Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip


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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20–24 meatballs
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Tender, savory meatballs infused with Korean flavors—soy, gochujang, ginger, and garlic—glazed in a sticky BBQ sauce and served with a spicy mayo dip. Perfect as an appetizer or main dish, these meatballs are bold, flavorful, and easy to make.


Ingredients

1 lb ground beef

1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

1 egg

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp ginger, grated

1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp gochujang

1 tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp sesame oil

Salt and black pepper to taste

2 green onions, finely chopped

BBQ Glaze:

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp honey or brown sugar

1 tbsp gochujang

1 tbsp rice vinegar

1/2 tsp sesame oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 tsp ginger, minced

1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tsp water (slurry)

Spicy Mayo Dip:

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp gochujang

1 tsp lime juice

1 tsp honey

1/4 tsp garlic powder

Garnish: Sesame seeds, chopped green onions


Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, panko, egg, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and green onions until just combined.
  2. Form into 1–1.5-inch meatballs.
  3. Cook using one of the following methods:
    • Pan-fry: Cook in hot oil, turning, for 10–12 minutes until browned and cooked through.
    • Bake: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18–20 minutes.
    • Air-fry: Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
  4. To make the glaze, combine all glaze ingredients (except slurry) in a saucepan. Simmer and stir in slurry. Cook until thickened.
  5. Toss cooked meatballs in warm glaze until well coated.
  6. Mix all spicy mayo ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
  7. Garnish meatballs with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with spicy mayo dip.

Notes

  • Use ground chicken or turkey for a lighter version.
  • Add chopped chili for more heat.
  • Double the glaze if serving with rice or noodles.
  • Make spicy mayo ahead—it keeps for up to 1 week in the fridge.
  • For extra crispiness, bake and then air-fry briefly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer or Main
  • Method: Pan-Fry, Bake or Air-Fry
  • Cuisine: Korean-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg