Gochujang Glazed Meatballs with Kimchi-Sesame Mash
This Week 30 recommendation brings a bold fusion of Korean flavors to your dinner table. The spicy-sweet glaze on tender meatballs paired with a zesty kimchi-infused mash makes for an unexpectedly vibrant and satisfying meal that breaks the routine.
In short
Gochujang Glazed Meatballs with Kimchi-Sesame Mash takes about 40 minutes (15 min prep, 25 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 11 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Ground beef (or pork)500 g
- Panko breadcrumbs0.5 cup
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste)3 tbsp
- Potatoes (floury type)800 g
- Kimchi, finely chopped150 g
- Fresh ginger, grated1 tbsp
- Garlic cloves, minced2 stk
- Honey2 tbsp
- Soy sauce1 tbsp
- Sesame oil1 tbsp
- Green onions, sliced2 stk
Instructions
- 1
Peel and boil the potatoes in salted water until tender. Drain and mash them with a splash of milk or butter, then fold in the chopped kimchi and sesame oil. Keep warm.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, panko, half of the minced garlic, and the grated ginger. Season with a pinch of salt and roll into 16-20 small meatballs.
- 3
Heat a little oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the meatballs until browned on all sides and cooked through (about 8-10 minutes).
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and the remaining garlic. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the meatballs and toss for 1-2 minutes until they are sticky and well-coated.
- 5
Plate a generous scoop of the kimchi mash, top with the glazed meatballs, and garnish with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds.
Questions and answers
How long does Gochujang Glazed Meatballs with Kimchi-Sesame Mash take?
About 40 minutes in total: 15 minutes prep and 25 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 11 ingredients: Ground beef (or pork), Panko breadcrumbs, Gochujang (Korean chili paste), Potatoes (floury type), Kimchi, finely chopped, Fresh ginger, grated …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
