Description
Korean BBQ Meatballs are a mouthwatering fusion that brings the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine to your table. Juicy and savory, these meatballs are infused with rich ingredients like soy sauce and sesame oil, making them ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. In just about 30 minutes, you can prepare these delightful bites that serve perfectly as appetizers or paired with rice for a satisfying meal. Impress your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe that promises to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup ketchup (for sauce)
- ¼ cup brown sugar (for sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground meat with garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper until just combined.
- Shape mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While baking, combine ketchup and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Drizzle the sauce over the baked meatballs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg