Spicy Korean-Style Meatball Bowl Recipe

Name: Spicy Korean-Style Meatball Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds lean ground pork; 1/2 asian pear also known as an apple pear, peeled, cored and grated; 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs; 3 scallions thinly sliced; 3 cloves garlic finely minced; 2 tablespoons gochujang also known as Korean chili paste; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 large egg lightly beaten; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 pound rice noodles; 10 cups cooked brown rice; 8 baby bok choy blanched or steamed; 1/4 cup sesame seed; 1/2 cup green onions sliced; 1/4 cup fresno chiles thinly sliced; 1/2 cup Sriracha chili sauce; 1/2 cup blackberry jam; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds lean ground pork
1/2 asian pear also known as an apple pear, peeled, cored and grated
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
3 scallions thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic finely minced
2 tablespoons gochujang also known as Korean chili paste
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 large egg lightly beaten
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound rice noodles
10 cups cooked brown rice
8 baby bok choy blanched or steamed
1/4 cup sesame seed
1/2 cup green onions sliced
1/4 cup fresno chiles thinly sliced
1/2 cup Sriracha chili sauce
1/2 cup blackberry jam
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place grated Asian pear between several paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Press to extract any extra liquid.
3
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork with the Asian pear, bread crumbs, scallions, garlic, chili paste, soy sauce, egg, vinegar, pepper and salt. Use your hands to form the meatballs about 1 1/2-inches in diameter (this recipe should yield about 28 - 30 meatballs).
4
In a large saute pan, heat the canola oil over medium heat. Working in batches, brown the meatballs on all sides, then set aside in a baking pan. Continue until all the meatballs are browned.
5
Bake the meatballs in the oven until cooked through, 10-12 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of about 160 degrees F.
6
While the meatballs are cooking, make the glaze: in a small saucepan, stir together the jam, chili paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce and salt. Place over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes, or until glossy.
7
When the meatballs are ready, remove from the oven, and drizzle enough glaze to coat the meatballs on all sides. Reserve any remaining glaze for serving.
8
Serve the meatballs in a rice noodle or brown rice bowl, along with the bok choy, and top with sesame seeds, green onions, chili peppers, sriracha sauce, and a drizzle of extra glaze, if desired.

2798

kcal

Calories

Fat

467

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds lean ground pork, 1/2 asian pear also known as an apple pear, peeled, cored and grated, 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 3 scallions thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Korean-Style Meatball Bowl falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Korean-Style Meatball Bowl

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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