3 cloves garlic (grated or minced and mashed to a paste)
1 1/2 teaspoons grated ginger
1 small carrot (grated)
1 large egg (lightly beaten)
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Gochujang Glaze:
2 tablespoons gochujang
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar165 (74 C)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 F and line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with foil. Spray with cooking spray. Credit: Diana Rattray
Add the panko crumbs and milk to a large mixing bowl and let stand for 5 minutes. Add the remaining meatloaf ingredients to the bowl and mix gently until thoroughly combined. Avoid overmixing. Credit: Diana Rattray
Gently pack the meat mixture in the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour. Carefully drain off the excess liquids. Credit: Diana Rattray
Combine the glaze ingredients in a small bowl, bush over the meatloaf, and return it to the oven. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes longer or until the internal temperature reaches at least 165 F. Credit: Diana Rattray
Cool the meatloaf on a rack for 10 minutes. Credit: Diana Rattray
Grasp the ends of the foil and remove the meatloaf from the pan. Place the loaf on a tray or cutting board and slice as desired. Credit: Diana Rattray