Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls
Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls offer a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This easy-to-make dish features tender meatballs, glazed in a sticky Korean BBQ sauce, served atop fluffy rice and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, these bowls bring a taste of Korea to your table, making every bite an adventure.
- 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 or pork
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or panko)
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup Korean BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- Fresh vegetables for topping (e.g., sliced cucumbers, shredded carrots)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic, and egg until combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and space them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown, brushing with Korean BBQ sauce halfway through.
- While baking, cook rice according to package instructions.
- Assemble bowls by spooning rice into each serving and topping with meatballs and fresh veggies. Drizzle with additional sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 430g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute turkey or tofu for the meat if desired. Enhance flavor and nutrition by adding sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.