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Korean BBQ Meatball Banh Mi

Irresistible Korean BBQ Meatball Banh Mi You Can't Resist!

A delicious Korean BBQ Meatball Banh Mi, combining bold flavors with fresh ingredients for a perfect quick meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Pickling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Korean, Vietnamese
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Pork or Beef Can swap for ground chicken or turkey
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated, fresh preferred
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free version
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Optional, enhances flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang For sweetness and heat, can substitute teriyaki
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Balances glaze's spiciness
For the Pickled Vegetables
  • 1 cup Rice Vinegar For pickling
  • 1 cup Carrots Sliced for pickling
  • 1 cup Daikon Radish Sliced for pickling, can substitute with cucumbers
For Assembling
  • 4 pieces Baguette or Hoagie Rolls Light and airy is best
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Use vegan mayo for dairy-free option
  • 1 optional Jalapeño For heat, can substitute with cucumber slices
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro For garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds Optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine sliced carrots and daikon radish with rice vinegar, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Let this sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork or beef with minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until just combined, then shape into meatballs.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs in a single layer. Cook for 8-10 minutes until browned and cooked through, reaching 165°F.
  4. In the same skillet, lower the heat, add gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir until well-combined and thickened for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return meatballs to the skillet and toss in the glaze for about 1 minute until well-coated.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Slice baguette or rolls and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes until crispy.
  7. Spread mayonnaise on the toasted bread. Layer with pickled vegetables, glazed meatballs, jalapeño slices, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Assemble the sandwiches just before serving to maintain freshness and crispiness.

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