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Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables Recipe

Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables Recipe

5.1 from 18 reviews

These Korean BBQ meatballs and vegetables are a flavorful twist on a classic dish. Tender meatballs are coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy sauce, then baked alongside roasted sweet potatoes and crispy brussels sprouts for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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For the Meatballs:

  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Gochujang or sriracha sauce

For the Vegetables:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 12 oz brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame oil, divided
  • Salt, to taste

For the Korean BBQ Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 Tablespoon Gochujang or sriracha sauce, plus more to taste
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch + 1 Tablespoon water

Toppings:

  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onion

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F and position the rack to the top.
  2. Prepare the Vegetables: Place sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, sprinkle with salt, and roast for 15 minutes.
  3. Make the Meatballs: In a large bowl, soak breadcrumbs in milk. Add beef, scallions, ginger, garlic, salt, and Gochujang. Form into meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake: Bake meatballs and vegetables for 14-16 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Prepare the BBQ Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients except cornstarch in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then thicken with cornstarch mixture.
  6. Coat and Broil: Toss meatballs in BBQ sauce, return to baking sheet, broil for 2-3 minutes until bubbly. Serve sprinkled with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more Gochujang or sriracha to the BBQ sauce.
  • Make sure meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.

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Keywords: Korean BBQ, Meatballs, Vegetables, Gochujang, Gluten-Free, Dinner