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Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables Recipe

Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables Recipe


  • Author: Lila
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Korean BBQ meatballs and vegetables are a flavorful twist on a classic dish, combining savory meatballs with roasted sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts, all coated in a delicious homemade BBQ sauce.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Vegetables:

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 12 oz brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame oil, divided

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 ends and greens 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 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 Tbsp water)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and arrange the oven rack to the top position. Grease a baking sheet.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Toss sweet potatoes and brussels sprouts with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, salt, and roast for 15 minutes.
  3. Make the Meatballs: Combine breadcrumbs and milk. Add beef, scallions, ginger, garlic, salt, and Gochujang. Form into meatballs.
  4. Bake: Place meatballs on the baking sheet, drizzle with remaining sesame oil, bake for 14-16 minutes.
  5. Prepare BBQ Sauce: Boil all sauce ingredients except cornstarch. Mix cornstarch with water, add to sauce, thicken, and reserve 1/3 cup.
  6. Coat and Broil: Toss meatballs in BBQ sauce, return to baking pan, broil for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Serve: Drizzle with reserved sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less Gochujang or sriracha sauce.
  • Ensure meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking, Broiling
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 21g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Korean BBQ meatballs, Korean meatball recipe, BBQ meatballs and vegetables