Description
Discover the irresistible flavors of Korean BBQ Meatballs with Spicy Mayo Dip, combining juicy beef meatballs infused with authentic Asian spices and served with a fiery spicy mayo dip. Perfect for an appetizer or main course, this dish offers a bold fusion of Asian flavors and classic meatball comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (preferably lean)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the spicy mayo dip:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, panko, egg, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, or pan-fry in sesame oil until browned.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, Sriracha, and lime juice to make the spicy mayo dip. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.
- Serve the hot meatballs with spicy mayo dip on the side, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness of the mayo by adding more Sriracha.
- For extra flavor, brush meatballs with additional soy sauce or sesame oil before baking.
- To make ahead, assemble uncooked meatballs and freeze; bake directly from frozen when needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking, Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Korean, Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with dip
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg