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Korean Meatball Meal Prep

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A deliciously tender Korean meatball recipe perfect for meal prep that combines juicy meatballs with basmati rice and broccoli, all coated in a spicy-sweet sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. Ground Pork
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1/2 Cup Cracker Crumbs (or Bread Crumbs)
  • 2 Tbsp. Gochujang Sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 tsp. Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 lb. Fresh Broccoli Florets
  • 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
  • 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt (for broccoli)
  • 1/4 tsp. Black Pepper
  • 1 Cup Uncooked Basmati Rice
  • 2 Cups Water
  • 1/2 Cup Gochujang Sauce (for the finishing sauce)
  • 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 tsp. Sesame Oil
  • 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder (for sauce)
  • 1/4 tsp. Ground Ginger (for sauce)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. Honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the ground pork, large egg, cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons gochujang, kosher salt, garlic powder, and ground ginger in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Roast the meatballs in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
  5. Cook the basmati rice with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan for about 15 minutes.
  6. Roast the broccoli florets with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper for about 10 minutes, until bright green and tender.
  7. Create the sauce by simmering the remaining gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, and honey in a small saucepan.
  8. Serve the rice in bowls, add meatballs, drizzle sauce, and garnish with roasted broccoli.

Notes

For a beautiful presentation, serve the rice as a base, top with meatballs, and drizzle sauce over. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped scallions.

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Keywords: Korean meatballs, meal prep, quick dinner, cozy meals, flavorful dishes

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