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Tender Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip


  • Author: Emily Carter
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 18–22 meatballs

Description

These Tender Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are juicy, flavorful, and irresistibly glazed with sweet and savory Korean BBQ sauce. The spicy mayo adds a creamy kick, making this dish a must-have for any dinner, gathering, or appetizer spread.


Ingredients

  • ½ lb ground beef
  • ½ lb ground pork
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ⅓ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 12 tbsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce (to taste)
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar or lime juice
  • Sesame seeds and chopped chives (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, ground pork, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, sesame oil, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape into 1.5-inch meatballs using your hands or a cookie scoop.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs in batches, browning on all sides (6–8 minutes). Cover and cook another 5 minutes until cooked through (160°F).
  4. (Optional) Toss cooked meatballs in extra gochujang mixed with soy sauce and a splash of water or honey.
  5. For the dip: whisk mayonnaise, sriracha/chili garlic sauce, and vinegar or lime juice until smooth. Adjust heat to taste.
  6. Serve meatballs with spicy mayo dip. Garnish with sesame seeds and chives.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes