Description
Korean BBQ Meatloaf brings sizzling Seoul flavors to classic comfort food, blending gochujang heat with tender ground beef. Glazed with rich, caramelized sauce, you’ll savor each bold, mouthwatering bite of this irresistible dinner centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
Oils and Liquid Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
Flavor Enhancers and Binding Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 egg
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to 375F (190C) and generously coat a loaf pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, amalgamate ground beef with an ensemble of Korean-inspired seasonings: sesame oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, gochujang, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, whisked egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Thoroughly incorporate all ingredients, ensuring even distribution of flavors throughout the meat mixture.
- Sculpt the meat blend into a compact, uniform loaf shape, pressing firmly to eliminate air pockets.
- Nestle the formed loaf into the prepared pan, ensuring it sits centrally and evenly.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and roast for 40-45 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns a rich golden-brown and internal temperature reaches 160F.
- During the final 10 minutes, craft a glossy glaze by blending gochujang with honey, then lavishly brush over the meatloaf’s surface.
- Withdraw from oven and allow the meatloaf to rest for 5 minutes, enabling juices to redistribute and stabilize.
- Slice into generous portions and crown with a sprinkle of verdant green onions and toasted sesame seeds for a vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Experiment with lean ground beef or turkey to reduce fat content while maintaining the recipe’s rich flavors.
- Replace traditional breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Adjust gochujang quantity to control spice level, perfect for different heat tolerances in your family or friend group.
- Create mini meatloaves in muffin tins for faster cooking and individual portion control, ideal for meal prep and quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 414 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg