Flavorful Korean BBQ Meatballs with Vegetables - Chef Melt

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup panko (go gluten-free if needed)
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced (keep green and white bits separate)
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated fresh
• 2 garlic cloves, chopped finely
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Gochujang or sriracha for some heat
• 340g brussels sprouts, halved and trimmed
• 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes (around 500g), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided use
• 120ml coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
• 80ml maple syrup or some brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Gochujang or sriracha for spice
• 1 tablespoon water mixed with 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Sprinkle of sesame seeds
• Scallion greens, thinly sliced