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Korean Bulgogi Meatballs

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These Korean Bulgogi Meatballs are tender, flavorful, and coated in a rich, savory-sweet bulgogi sauce. Made with ground beef, garlic, soy sauce, and a hint of spice, they bring the perfect balance of umami and sweetness. Serve them over warm rice for an easy, high-protein dinner. Ideal for meal prep, quick dinners, or a unique twist on classic meatballs.

Ingredients

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  1. Meatballs:

    • 500 g ground beef
    • ½ tsp paprika powder
    • 4 cloves garlic, minced
    • ½ tsp beef stock powder
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp sesame oil
    • ½ cup breadcrumbs
    • ¼ tsp white pepper powder
    • ½ tsp sea salt
    • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

    Bulgogi Sauce:

    • ¼ cup soy sauce
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 2 tbsp sesame oil
    • 1 tbsp sugar
    • 1 tbsp ketchup
    • 2 tbsp chili sauce (optional)
    • ½ pear, grated
    • ½ cup water
    • ½ tbsp cornstarch

    Garnish:

    • Green onions, sliced
    • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Meatballs: In a bowl, mix all the meatball ingredients until well combined. Shape into small meatballs (about 1 tbsp each).
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the meatballs until golden brown and fully cooked. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
  3. Make the Bulgogi Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix all sauce ingredients except the onion.
  4. In the same pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until fragrant and translucent.
  5. Add the prepared bulgogi sauce and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it slightly caramelizes.
  6. Add the meatballs back to the pan and toss until fully coated in the sauce. Let simmer for a couple of minutes.
  7. Serve over warm rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!

Notes

  • If you prefer less heat, skip the chili sauce in the bulgogi sauce.
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs and tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
  • These meatballs can be frozen for up to 3 months. Just thaw and reheat in the sauce when ready to serve.

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