Korean BBQ Meatballs
Korean BBQ Meatballs are a flavor-packed delight that perfectly blend sweet, savory, and spicy notes in every bite. Juicy and tender, these meatballs are infused with aromatic garlic and green onions, then glazed with a rich sauce made from soy sauce, ketchup, and sesame oil. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, they are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef or pork, garlic, green onions, breadcrumbs, and egg until just combined.
- Shape mixture into tablespoon-sized meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
- In another bowl, whisk together ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil for the glaze.
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes; brush with sauce halfway through cooking.
- Serve garnished with remaining sauce and additional green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (about 150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 75mg