Description
These Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are packed with bold, sweet, smoky, and spicy flavors. Juicy meatballs are glazed in a sticky Korean BBQ sauce and paired with a creamy, fiery mayo dip. Perfect as a party appetizer or over rice for an easy dinner idea, this quick recipe satisfies every craving. Whether you’re looking for healthy snack options, fun food ideas for gatherings, or easy dinner recipes, this dish delivers every time.
Ingredients
½ lb ground beef
½ lb ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 large egg
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons gochujang
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for glaze)
1 tablespoon brown sugar (for glaze)
2 tablespoons water (for glaze)
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon sriracha
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix just until combined.
2. Shape the meat mixture into 1 to 1½ inch balls using your hands or a scoop. Set aside on a tray.
3. Optional: Sear the meatballs in a hot skillet with a little oil until browned on all sides. Then transfer to a baking sheet.
4. Bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes if seared, or 18–20 minutes if baking from raw, until fully cooked through.
5. While meatballs bake, make the Korean BBQ glaze by simmering gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water in a small saucepan for 4–5 minutes until thick and glossy.
6. Once the meatballs are cooked, toss them in the glaze until evenly coated.
7. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and rice vinegar to make the spicy mayo dip. Chill until ready to serve.
8. Serve meatballs warm, drizzled or dipped in spicy mayo, and garnish with extra green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
Let the meatballs rest for 10 minutes in the fridge before baking to help them keep their shape better.
The glaze thickens quickly—keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn.
If using lean meats like turkey or chicken, add a teaspoon of oil or a splash of milk to keep the texture moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 meatballs + 1 tbsp dip
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 620
- Fat: 27
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 17
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 85
Keywords: Korean meatballs, easy dinner, spicy mayo dip, party appetizers, healthy snack, quick meals