These Korean BBQ meatballs are juicy, savory, and coated in a sweet-spicy glaze that makes every bite unforgettable. Paired with a creamy spicy mayo dip, they’re the perfect appetizer, party snack, or even a full meal when served with rice or noodles. Sticky, saucy, and bursting with flavor — you won’t stop at just one!
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
1 lb (450 g) ground beef or ground chicken
1 egg
½ cup breadcrumbs
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp salt
For the Korean BBQ Glaze:
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
For the Spicy Mayo Dip:
½ cup mayonnaise
1–2 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
1 tsp honey
1 tsp lime juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the meatballs:
In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
Mix gently until well combined.
Roll mixture into small meatballs (about 1–1.5 inches).
- Cook the meatballs:
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- Make the glaze:
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, gochujang, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic.
Cook over medium heat for 3–5 minutes, stirring until slightly thickened.
- Coat the meatballs:
When the meatballs come out of the oven, place them in a large bowl.
Pour the warm glaze over them and toss until fully coated and glossy.
- Prepare the spicy mayo dip:
In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha, honey, and lime juice until smooth.
- Serve:
Place meatballs on a plate and drizzle with extra glaze if desired.
Top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions (optional).
Serve with the spicy mayo dip on the side.
Enjoy!
These Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip are perfect for game nights, parties, lunchboxes, or an Asian-style dinner everyone will love.