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Korean Bulgogi Meatballs

Korean Bulgogi Meatballs: Juicy Flavor Bombs for Your Dinner

Korean Bulgogi Meatballs are savory and spicy, blending sweet and spicy flavors that embody classic Korean BBQ.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 18 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Pork Can substitute with ground chicken or turkey
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Chopped
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, use flaxseed meal
  • 1 cup Grated Carrot Can substitute with finely chopped zucchini
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Freshly grated preferred
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
For the Flavoring
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Olive oil can be used as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted
  • 1 tsp Cracked Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef or pork, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, egg, grated carrot, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger. Season with salt and pepper, and mix gently until just combined.
  2. Shape into 1 to 1.5-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, aiming for about 18 to 20 meatballs.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the meatballs for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, gochujang, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and cracked black pepper. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Remove the baked meatballs and toss them with the warm bulgogi sauce in a mixing bowl.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions, serve hot with steamed rice or as an appetizer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 12gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Meatballs are best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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