Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls
Korean BBQ Meatball Rice Bowls are a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, featuring juicy meatballs glazed in a rich Korean BBQ sauce served over fluffy rice. Topped with fresh, crunchy vegetables, this meal is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare and customizable, these bowls are sure to impress while satisfying your cravings for comfort food.
- 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 panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup Korean BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell pepper, cucumber, carrots)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, combine ground meat, garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- Form mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- While baking, whisk together BBQ sauce and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Serve rice in bowls topped with meatballs and drizzle with the sauce. Add fresh veggies for extra crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a healthier option, substitute ground turkey or chicken. You can mix in chopped veggies into the meatball mixture for added nutrition. Customize your toppings by adding sliced avocado or sesame seeds.