Sweet & Spicy Gochujang Meatballs
These Korean-inspired baked meatballs are infused with the savory, slightly spicy flavors of gochujang. Easy to make and perfect for appetizers or meals!Yield: 20 meatballs
Ingredients
- For the meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef or pork
- 1/4 cup minced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- For the glaze
- 1/3 cup apricot jam
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine all meatball ingredients. Gently mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Form mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all glaze ingredients.
- When meatballs are done baking, toss with glaze until coated.
- Serve immediately over rice or with toothpicks as an appetizer. Enjoy!