Description
Delicious Korean BBQ meatballs paired with a spicy mayo dip for a fun and flavorful appetizer experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha (or more, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven: Set it to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for an effortless cleanup afterward.
- Mix the Meatball Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, salt, and pepper. Use your hands or a spoon to mix until the ingredients meld into a homogenous mixture.
- Form the Meatballs: With your hands, roll the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they have some space between them to allow for even cooking.
- Bake the Meatballs: Slide the baking sheet into your preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. You’re aiming for a gorgeous golden brown color, with the meatballs cooked through.
- Prepare the Spicy Mayo Dip: While the meatballs bake, mix the mayonnaise, Sriracha, lemon juice, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Adjust the amount of Sriracha based on your spice preference.
- Garnish the Dip: Sprinkle sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions over the dip for added flair.
- Serve: Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest. Serve warm alongside the spicy mayo dip.
Notes
You can make the meatball mixture a day in advance and keep it covered in the fridge. For a quicker option, consider using an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for about 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg