Description
Bold, sticky, and bursting with flavor, these Sticky Korean BBQ Meatballs with Gochujang Glaze are perfect for quick dinners, party appetizers, or even as a fun lunch idea. Juicy pork meatballs are baked to perfection, then tossed in a glossy Korean-inspired glaze made with gochujang, BBQ sauce, and honey for the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, meal prep inspiration, or a healthy snack option with a flavorful twist, this easy recipe will instantly become a favorite in your food ideas collection.
Ingredients
1 lb ground pork
1 large egg
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tsp fresh ginger grated
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp green onions finely chopped
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup gochujang
3 tbsp Korean BBQ sauce
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1–2 tbsp water as needed
Sliced green onions
Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, egg, panko, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and black pepper. Mix gently until combined.
2. Shape into even-sized meatballs using a tablespoon or scoop.
3. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 14–16 minutes or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes.
4. In a small saucepan, mix gochujang, BBQ sauce, honey, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Add water if needed.
5. Toss cooked meatballs in warm glaze until coated.
6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
Swap pork for turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
Chill meatball mixture for 20–30 minutes before shaping for easier handling.
Adjust gochujang amount for more or less heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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