Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip

Ingredients

For the Meatballs 🧆

• 1 lb (450g) ground beef

• 1/2 lb (225g) ground pork

• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs

• 2 green onions, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp ginger, grated

• 1 egg, lightly beaten 🥚

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish

For the Korean BBQ Glaze 🍯

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar

• 1 tbsp gochujang

• 1 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 1 tbsp water

For the Spicy Mayo Dip 🌶️

• 1/3 cup mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp sriracha

• 1 tsp lime juice

• 1/2 tsp honey (optional)

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Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, panko, green onions, garlic, ginger, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined (do not overmix).

3. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. You should get around 18-20 meatballs.

4. Bake for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway through for even browning.

2. Prepare the Korean BBQ Glaze:

1. While the meatballs bake, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, gochujang, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until the sugar dissolves.

2. Add the cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water) and whisk until the glaze thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.

3. Make the Spicy Mayo Dip:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, and honey until smooth. Adjust sriracha to your spice preference.

4. Glaze the Meatballs:

1. Remove the baked meatballs from the oven and toss them in the Korean BBQ glaze until fully coated.

5. Serve and Garnish:

1. Arrange the glazed meatballs on a serving platter. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and extra chopped green onions for garnish.

2. Serve hot with the spicy mayo dip on the side.