Description
Sticky Korean BBQ Meatballs with Gochujang Glaze are bold, sweet, and spicy bites of joy—crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and smothered in a deeply flavorful glaze. Whether served over rice, wrapped in lettuce, or as party bites, these meatballs are easy to make and loaded with Korean-inspired flavor that satisfies every time.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or pork
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch piece fresh ginger, grated
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons gochujang
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon water
Garnish: sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
2. Roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs (about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons each) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Chill meatballs in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes to help them hold their shape.
4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake meatballs for 18–20 minutes, or until golden and fully cooked. Alternatively, pan-fry over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
5. In a small saucepan, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and water. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until thick and glossy.
6. Toss cooked meatballs in the warm glaze to coat evenly.
7. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
Chill the meatballs before cooking to help them stay firm and round.
Use a mix of beef and pork for maximum flavor and tenderness.
Taste your glaze before using—it’s your flavor control center!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4–5 meatballs
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: meatballs, gochujang, Korean BBQ, spicy glaze, party appetizer