Savory Korean BBQ Meatballs (Printable Version)

Tender meatballs glazed in spicy-sweet sauce, served with creamy sriracha mayo dip and garnished with scallions.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Meatball mixture

01 - 450 grams ground beef or pork
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 15 grams fresh ginger, grated
04 - 3 scallions, finely chopped
05 - 30 milliliters soy sauce
06 - 15 milliliters sesame oil
07 - 60 grams panko breadcrumbs
08 - 1 large egg

→ Glaze

09 - 30 grams gochujang
10 - 30 milliliters soy sauce
11 - 12 grams brown sugar
12 - 5 milliliters sesame oil
13 - 15 milliliters rice vinegar

→ Spicy mayo dip

14 - 120 grams mayonnaise
15 - 15 grams sriracha or gochujang
16 - 15 milliliters lime juice

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - In a large bowl, combine ground meat, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, panko breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix gently until just combined to avoid toughening.
02 - Shape the mixture into 2.5 cm (1-inch) diameter balls and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
03 - Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs for 18 to 20 minutes until they are browned and cooked through.
04 - Combine gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and rice vinegar in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens.
05 - Toss the hot meatballs in the prepared glaze until evenly coated. Allow them to rest for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
06 - In a separate bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha (or gochujang), and lime juice until smooth and well combined.
07 - Plate the glazed meatballs alongside the spicy mayo dip. Optionally garnish with sesame seeds or additional chopped scallions.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Adjust the amount of gochujang or sriracha to increase spiciness. These meatballs can be served as an appetizer or a main dish with rice and vegetables. They can also be prepared ahead and reheated.