Description
Get ready to fall in love with these bold, flavorful Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls—an easy dinner idea that hits all the notes of sweet, spicy, and savory. These quick rice bowls are perfect for busy weeknights or healthy lunch prep. Featuring tender meatballs glazed in a Korean-inspired BBQ sauce, crisp veggies, fluffy rice, and a drizzle of spicy mayo, this dish delivers big flavor in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re looking for easy recipes, comforting food ideas, or high-protein dinner ideas, this one ticks every box.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 egg
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon gochujang
2 tablespoons soy sauce (for glaze)
1 tablespoon sesame oil (for glaze)
1/4 cup water
2 cups cooked white rice
1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup carrots, shredded
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, and breadcrumbs. Mix until just combined.
3. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until cooked through. Alternatively, pan-fry for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally.
5. While meatballs cook, combine brown sugar, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
6. Toss the cooked meatballs in the warm glaze until fully coated.
7. Mix mayonnaise and sriracha to make spicy mayo. Chill until ready to serve.
8. To assemble, add a scoop of rice to each bowl, top with glazed meatballs, sliced cucumber, shredded carrots, and drizzle of spicy mayo.
9. Garnish with sesame seeds and extra green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Don’t skip the egg and breadcrumbs—they help bind and tenderize the meatballs.
Make the spicy mayo in advance and chill it for deeper flavor.
Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best aroma and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: easy dinner, Korean BBQ bowls, meatball recipe, rice bowl, meal prep, healthy dinner ideas, spicy meatballs