Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsWaterworks Food + DrinkKorean Meatballs Recipe

Korean Meatballs Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

ground steak & pork meatballs. Korean BBQ sauce. spicy citrus aioli. sesame seeds. scallions.

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Ingredients

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Meatballs

Spicy Citrus Aioli

Method

Meatballs Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onion, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.

  2. 2

    Preheat Oven

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

  3. 3

    Shape Meatballs

    Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  4. 4

    Bake Meatballs

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown.

Korean BBQ Sauce Preparation

  1. 5

    Make BBQ Sauce

    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, gochujang, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly.

Spicy Citrus Aioli Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Aioli

    In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, lime zest, and minced garlic. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Serve the meatballs drizzled with Korean BBQ sauce and a side of spicy citrus aioli. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

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