BBQ Korean Meatballs

BBQ Korean Meatballs

Organ meats might be a hard sell for a lot of folks (especially kids), but they are some of the most nutrient-dense foods we can eat. They really are so good4u! Lucky for us, companies are making it easier than ever to eat the so-called “fifth quarter” by incorporating organ meats into more familiar meats, like ground beef. This recipe utilizes one of those mixes and is a flavor-packed way to sneak them in. These Korean-style meatballs are so delicious you’ll look forward to eating organ meats!

4 (makes 12 meatballs)
Meatballs
1 bunch organic green onions, thinly sliced (reserve about half of the green tops)
2 tablespoons Natural Grocers® Brand Organic Coconut Aminos
1 tablespoon grated fresh organic ginger
1⁄2 teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Real Salt and Organic Ground Black Pepper
1 pound regeneratively raised ground beef, beef liver, and beef heart blend
1⁄2 cup potato flakes
BBQ Sauce
1⁄4 cup Natural Grocers Brand Organic Coconut Aminos
2 tablespoons Natural Grocers Brand Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
1 tablespoon Natural Grocers Brand Raw and Unfiltered Clover Honey
1 organic garlic clove, grated
1⁄4 teaspoon Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Red Chili Flakes
Optional for serving
organic rice and/or cauliflower rice
organic cucumber slices
organic carrots grated or cut into matchsticks
kimchi
Natural Grocers Brand Bulk Organic Sesame Seeds

1. Preheat oven to 425° F.

2. Combine the green onions, coconut aminos, ginger, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and mix well. Add the ground meat and potato flakes and use your hands to mix just until all of the ingredients are uniformly incorporated.  

3. Roll into 12 meatballs and place in a 10-inch cast iron skillet (or other heavy, oven-proof skillet). Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until the tops are lightly browned and an instant read thermometer reads 160-165° F.

4. Carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven and place on the stove top. Use a slotted spoon to gently transfer the meatballs to a plate.

5. Add all of the BBQ sauce ingredients to the skillet, give it a good stir to combine, and bring the sauce to a boil over medium heat. Gently boil the sauce, stirring occasionally, for 4-5 minutes, or until it has begun to thicken.

6. Carefully add the meatballs back into the skillet and turn them over with a spoon to coat them in the sauce.

7. Serve immediately topped with any remaining sauce, the reserved green onion tops, and your chosen ingredients for serving. 

per one serving (3 meatballs)

CaloriesCarbsProteinFatFiber
278 kcal19 g23 g11 g1 g

Recommended Beverage: Wine

Recommended Style: Organic Red Blend

Recommended Brand: Bumblebee