Description
Savory, sticky, and slightly spicy Korean BBQ meatballs made with ground beef, gochujang, and sesame oil, perfect for weeknight dinners or game-day appetizers.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup gochujang
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, gochujang, brown sugar, beaten egg, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
- Remove from the oven, let rest for 2 minutes, then garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
Notes
For a shinier finish, brush a mix of honey and soy sauce over the meatballs during the last 2 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean