How to Make Bulgogi Meatballs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Bulgogi Meatballs are a delicious and flavorful twist on the classic Korean dish Bulgogi. These savory meatballs are made with ground beef or pork, mixed with a combination of soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and garlic, then baked to perfection. The result is a juicy and tender meatball bursting with the sweet and savory flavors of Bulgogi marinade.

The key to making perfect Bulgogi Meatballs is in the marinade. The combination of soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and garlic creates a rich ...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ Asian pear, grated
  • 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons minced green onions
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce
  • ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 45 mini meatballs

  • Whisk soy sauce, Asian pear, brown sugar, green onions, sesame oil, garlic, fish sauce, and pepper together in a large bowl. Add beef, pork, bread crumbs, and egg; mix until just combined. Do not over mix. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Form meat mixture into about 45 mini meatballs. Arrange on 2 baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and cooked through but still tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Turn baking sheets halfway through cooking time. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds.
  • Nutrition

    331 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 94mg
    • Sodium: 453mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 283mg