Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Slow Cooker Korean Meatballs, a perfect blend of sweet and spicy that will elevate any gathering. These tender meatballs simmer in a rich sauce made from blackberry preserves, hoisin sauce, and Gochujang, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. Ideal for stress-free entertaining or a quick weeknight meal, this dish pairs beautifully with rice and steamed vegetables. With an easy preparation method, you can set your slow cooker and let it do the work while you enjoy time with friends and family. Perfect for game days or holiday celebrations, these meatballs are certain to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
- 1/3 cup dry minced onion
- 1/3 cup milk
- 10 oz. jar seedless blackberry preserves
- 1/2 cup hoisin sauce
- 3 tablespoons Gochujang
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tsp EACH salt, garlic powder, onion powder, ginger powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 tsp EACH ginger powder, garlic powder, onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F and line a baking sheet with foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and then add all remaining meatball ingredients. Mix until combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for about 8 minutes until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, mix all sauce ingredients in a medium bowl until smooth.
- In your slow cooker, layer half of the sauce, then half of the baked meatballs, followed by more sauce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours, stirring gently after an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (130g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg