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Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip

✨ These Korean BBQ meatballs are packed with bold flavors and paired with a creamy, spicy mayo dip for the perfect appetizer or dinner. Sweet, savory, and spicy in every bite – get ready to impress your taste buds! 🌟

📝 Ingredients:

For the meatballs:

  • 🍖 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 🌾 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 🥚 1 large egg
  • 🌱 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 🌿 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 🥄 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 🥄 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 🌶️ 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 🍯 1 tablespoon honey
  • ⚫ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 🧂 1/4 teaspoon salt

For the spicy mayo dip:

  • 🥄 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 🌶️ 1 tablespoon sriracha
  • 🍋 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • 🍯 1 teaspoon honey
  • 🧂 Pinch of salt

Optional garnish:

  • 🌾 Sesame seeds
  • 🌱 Additional green onions, sliced

📋 Directions:

  1. Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, honey, black pepper, and salt.
    • Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Shape the Meatballs:
    • Roll the mixture into small, even-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
    • Place them on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Cook the Meatballs:
    • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil.
    • Add the meatballs in batches and cook, turning occasionally, for 8–10 minutes until browned and fully cooked.
    • Alternatively, bake the meatballs at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes on a lined baking sheet.
  4. Make the Spicy Mayo Dip:
    • In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
    • Adjust the spice level to your preference.
  5. Serve:
    • Arrange the meatballs on a serving platter, drizzle with additional gochujang for extra heat (optional), and sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
    • Serve hot with the spicy mayo dip on the side.

📊 Nutritional Information:

  • ⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • 🔥 Cooking Time: 20 minutes
  • ⏳ Total Time: 35 minutes
  • 🔥 Kcal: 320 kcal per serving
  • 🍽️ Servings: 4 servings