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Sweet and Sour Meatballs

A deliciously tangy and flavorful twist on classic meatballs, featuring a sweet and sour sauce that's perfect over rice or noodles. Ideal for family dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian-inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or pork
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, mix together ground meat, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the meatballs in batches, browning them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens.
  • Add the browned meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Serve these delicious sweet and sour meatballs as a main dish over rice or as a party appetizer with toothpicks for easy eating.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal
Keyword Easy Meatball Recipe, Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Tangy Meatballs
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