Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls
Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls are a delightful fusion of flavors that bring the warmth of Korean cuisine to your table. Juicy meatballs coated in a tangy-sweet sauce rest atop fluffy rice, complemented by vibrant veggies. Perfect for casual weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is both easy to prepare and customizable, ensuring an unforgettable meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Cooked rice (for serving)
- Steamed vegetables (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, garlic, panko breadcrumbs, green onions, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon of ketchup. Mix until well combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and any remaining ketchup until bubbling.
- Assemble bowls with rice topped with meatballs and sauce; add steamed veggies if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg