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Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables

Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables

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If you’re searching for a delicious and effortless weeknight meal, look no further than these Korean BBQ Meatballs and Vegetables. This delightful dish features savory meatballs made with ground beef, perfectly roasted sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts. Tossed in a rich BBQ sauce that blends sweet and spicy flavors, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also family-friendly, making it ideal for busy nights or special gatherings. With just one pan to clean up, you’ll enjoy every flavorful bite while keeping your kitchen mess to a minimum.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 12 oz brussels sprouts
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 3 scallions
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Gochujang
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger
  • 1 Tablespoon Gochujang
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • Sesame seeds
  • Green onion

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. On a baking sheet, toss sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts with sesame oil and salt. Roast for 15 minutes until tender.
  3. In a large bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and milk; let sit for 5 minutes. Add ground beef, scallions, garlic, ginger, salt, and gochujang; mix well.
  4. Form the mixture into meatballs (about 1½ inches in diameter). Place them on the baking sheet with the veggies after the initial roast.
  5. Drizzle remaining sesame oil over meatballs and return to the oven for another 14-16 minutes until cooked through (internal temp at least 165°F).
  6. For the sauce, combine all ingredients except cornstarch in a saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Mix cornstarch with water separately then whisk into the sauce until thickened.
  7. Coat meatballs in the sauce and broil briefly to caramelize before serving.

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