Spicy Korean Meatballs

Ingredients

Ground beef

1 pound

Breadcrumbs

1/2 cup

Egg

1, beaten

Green onions

3, finely chopped

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Sesame oil

1 tablespoon

Gochujang (Korean chili paste)

2 tablespoons

Brown sugar

1 tablespoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons, for frying

Sesame seeds

1 tablespoon, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, gochujang, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.
4. While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the glaze by combining an additional 1 tablespoon of gochujang and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar in a small bowl.
5. Once the meatballs are browned, pour the glaze over them and gently toss to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the glaze thickens and clings to the meatballs.
6. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and additional sliced green onions if desired.
7. Serve hot as an appetizer or over a bed of rice and steamed vegetables for a delicious main course.