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Slow Cooker Spicy Korean Meatballs

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These Slow Cooker Spicy Korean Meatballs are flavorful, tender, and perfect for a party appetizer or main dish. They’re made with ground beef, garlic, ginger, and a spicy-sweet Korean-style sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, and green onions. Mix until just combined.
  2. Form into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
  3. Place the meatballs in the bottom of a slow cooker in a single layer (you can stack slightly if needed).
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
  5. Pour the sauce over the meatballs in the slow cooker.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until meatballs are cooked through and tender.
  7. If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  8. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative to beef.
  • Adjust gochujang amount to control spice level.
  • Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Can be made ahead and reheated for parties.

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