Description
These Korean BBQ Meatballs make for a flavorful and satisfying appetizer or snack. Juicy meatballs are coated in a sweet and tangy Korean BBQ sauce, topped with gooey melted cheese, and garnished with fresh herbs for a delightful twist on a classic dish. Serve with crispy chips or toasted baguette slices for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup Korean BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or green onions (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Chips or toasted baguette slices (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the meatballs: In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, salt, and pepper. Shape into small meatballs and bake for 15–18 minutes.
- Coat the meatballs: Warm the Korean BBQ sauce and toss the cooked meatballs in the sauce. Transfer to a baking dish, top with cheeses, and bake until melted.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with cilantro or green onions, sesame seeds, and serve hot with chips or baguette slices.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a teaspoon of gochujang to the BBQ sauce.
- This dip can be kept warm in a slow cooker for party convenience.
- Turkey or plant-based meat can be used as substitutes for beef.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dip
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
