Ingredients
Scale
Here’s your go-to list for crafting these irresistible meatballs:
- 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your preference, especially if you’re cooking for little ones who might not be ready for the full heat of gochujang or sriracha.
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps for a seamless experience:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, panko breadcrumbs, egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, gochujang, and green onions. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix the ingredients gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the meatballs tender.
- Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and slightly browned on the outside.
- While the meatballs are baking, prepare the spicy mayo by mixing the mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice in a small bowl.
- Once the meatballs are done, drizzle the spicy mayo over them or serve it on the side for dipping.
Cooking with kids? Get them involved by having them help mix ingredients or shape the meatballs. It’s messy, yes, but oh-so-fun and rewarding!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Korean Meatballs with Spicy Mayo, recipe, cooking, food
