Description
This Sweet & Spicy Korean BBQ Meatloaf is a flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. The combination of savory soy sauce, spicy gochujang, and aromatic sesame oil creates a deliciously unique meatloaf that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Meatloaf:
- 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Shape the Meatloaf: Mix everything together until well combined. Shape the mixture into a loaf and transfer it to the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the meatloaf is fully cooked through and browned on top.
- Glaze: In the last 10 minutes of baking, brush a little extra gochujang and honey over the meatloaf for a sweet and spicy glaze.
- Rest and Garnish: Once cooked, remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your spice preference. For a milder version, reduce the amount of gochujang.
- You can also add a bit of honey to the glaze for extra sweetness.
- Serve this meatloaf with steamed rice or vegetables to complete the meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
