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Sweet & Spicy Korean Bbq Meatloaf Recipe

Sweet & Spicy Korean Bbq Meatloaf Recipe


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  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Korean BBQ Meatloaf brings bold flavors from Seoul’s street cuisine to your dinner table. Juicy ground beef mingles with gochujang and soy sauce, creating a mouthwatering fusion that satisfies your craving for something extraordinary.


Ingredients

Scale

Meat:

  • 1.5 pounds (680 grams) ground beef

Aromatics and Seasoning:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Binding and Texture Ingredients:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Garnish:

  • 1 tablespoon green onions, sliced
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Warm the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly coat a loaf pan with cooking spray or oil.
  2. In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend ground beef with aromatic seasonings including sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, whisked egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Knead the mixture until ingredients are evenly distributed and ingredients form a cohesive texture.
  4. Carefully mold the meat mixture into a uniform loaf shape and nestle it into the prepared pan.
  5. Slide the pan into the preheated oven and roast for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden brown and internal temperature reaches 160F.
  6. During the final 10 minutes of cooking, delicately brush a vibrant glaze of gochujang and honey across the meatloaf’s surface to create a glistening, caramelized coating.
  7. Extract the meatloaf from the oven and allow it to settle for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and ensuring a moist, tender result.
  8. Slice the meatloaf into generous portions and embellish with thinly sliced green onions and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for a final flourish.

Notes

  • Choose high-quality ground beef with moderate fat content for juicier, more flavorful meatloaf.
  • Mix ingredients gently to prevent dense, tough texture and maintain tender consistency.
  • Glaze sparingly to control heat and sweetness, adjusting gochujang and honey ratios for personal preference.
  • Use fresh garlic and ginger for more vibrant, authentic Korean flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 1.2 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg