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Korean BBQ Meatballs

These Korean BBQ Meatballs combine sweet, spicy gochujang sauce with juicy meatballs for an addictive game-day snack or dinner. Easy to make and packed with flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs:

  • 1 lb ground beef or pork/chicken
  • ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

For the Korean BBQ Sauce:

  • ¼ cup gochujang paste
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves minced

For Serving:

  • Toasted sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions
  • Toothpicks

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground meat, panko, egg, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  • Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • While the meatballs bake, combine all sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thick and glossy, stirring occasionally.
  • Toss the baked meatballs in the sauce until fully coated.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve warm with toothpicks for easy snacking.

Notes

✅ Double the Sauce: Make extra sauce for dipping!
✅ Make Ahead: Prepare and bake meatballs ahead, then reheat and glaze when needed.
✅ Variations: Swap beef for chicken, turkey, or plant-based meat.