Description
These Korean BBQ Meatballs with Vegetables combine savory, slightly sweet meatballs with vibrant, crisp vegetables for a delicious and easy-to-make meal. Ground beef mixed with classic Korean flavors like soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic is baked to perfection and paired with sautéed bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, this dish offers a flavorful and colorful dinner solution that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatball Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Vegetables & Garnish
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for sautéing)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Additional green onion (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped green onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the meat mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs using your hands. Arrange the meatballs evenly on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Bake Meatballs: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and nicely browned on the outside.
- Sauté Vegetables: While the meatballs bake, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers, carrots, and zucchini to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.
- Combine Meatballs and Vegetables: When the meatballs are done baking, transfer them to the skillet with the sautéed vegetables. Gently toss everything together to combine the flavors.
- Garnish: Sprinkle sesame seeds and additional chopped green onions over the top to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately for a delicious Korean BBQ inspired meal.
Notes
- Ground turkey can be substituted for ground beef for a leaner option.
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a drizzle of Sriracha.
- Breadcrumbs help bind meatballs; use gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- Vegetables can be swapped out or added based on preference, like mushrooms or snap peas.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or microwave.
