Description
Korean-inspired ground beef rolls showcase complex flavors from traditional Korean seasonings and marinades. Home cooks discover a delicious fusion dish that delivers rich umami notes and satisfying textures you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 grams) ground pork
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 large onion, finely diced
- 5 green onions, minced
- 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
- 2 tbsps gochujang
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp vegetable oil
- 8 cloves garlic, crushed
- 3 tbsps apricot jam
- 2 tbsps gochujang
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp granulated garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Sesame seeds for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Preparation: Coat baking pan with vegetable oil and caramelize diced onions over medium heat until translucent and tender, about 8-10 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then refrigerate to cool completely.
- Seasoning Blend: Whisk together chopped green onions, gochujang sauce, eggs, and salt in a large mixing bowl until thoroughly integrated. Gently incorporate ground pork and breadcrumbs, maintaining a light, airy texture without overmixing.
- Initial Baking: Transfer meat mixture into a loaf pan, ensuring uniform distribution. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C), typically 35-45 minutes.
- Glaze Application: Simultaneously prepare the glaze by blending ingredients until smooth. Once meatloaf hits 140°F, spread glaze evenly across the surface.
- Final Cooking: Return glazed meatloaf to the oven and continue baking until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C), approximately 10-15 minutes. Allow the meatloaf to rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Prevent Tough Texture: Avoid overmixing meat to maintain a light, tender meatloaf consistency.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to ensure accurate internal temperature for safe and perfectly cooked meatloaf.
- Glaze Application Technique: Spread glaze evenly in the final baking stage for a glossy, flavorful exterior.
- Resting Period: Allow meatloaf to rest after baking to help juices redistribute, ensuring moist and flavorful slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 383
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 509 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 97 mg