Best 3 Fantastic Sweet And Sour Barbecue Meatballs Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of sweet and sour barbecue meatballs, a tantalizing dish that combines the tangy sweetness of a classic barbecue sauce with the savory richness of tender meatballs. These bite-sized delights are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a casual get-together or a special event. Our collection of recipes offers a range of variations to suit your taste preferences, from traditional to spicy to Asian-inspired. Each recipe provides detailed instructions and helpful tips to ensure you create meatballs that are perfectly cooked, bursting with flavor, and coated in a delectable sauce that will leave you craving more. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these fantastic sweet and sour barbecue meatballs.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FANTASTIC SWEET AND SOUR BARBECUE MEATBALLS

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These are from our church cookbook, and are incredibly delicious as a main dish served over hot, cooked rice. They also make wonderful sandwiches. The brown sugar amount for the sauce can be adjusted. Lately 2 and 1/4 c of brown sugar has become too sweet for me!

Provided by Recipe Junkie

Categories Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) can evaporated milk
3 lbs ground chuck
2 cups quick oats
2 eggs
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic
2 teaspoons chili powder
3 cups ketchup
3 tablespoons liquid smoke
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 1/4 cups brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon garlic

Steps:

For meatballs, combine milk, ground chuck, oats, onion and seasonings.
Shape into balls and place in pan, one layer.
Combine sauce ingredients until dissolved and pour over meatballs.
Bake at 350 for 1 hour.

SWEET & SOUR BBQ MEATBALLS

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Chili sauce and pineapple preserves give these easy BBQ appetizer meatballs their crowd-pleasing sweet and sour appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories Home

Time 20m

Yield 30 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 can (8 oz.) crushed pineapple in juice, undrained
1/3 cup KRAFT Hickory Smoke Barbecue Sauce
1 Tbsp. HEINZ Chili Sauce
1 Tbsp. pineapple preserves
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen fully cooked meatballs

Steps:

Cook first 4 ingredients in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 5 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
Stir in meatballs until evenly coated. Bring to boil; simmer on medium-low heat 10 min. or until heated through, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 135 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

THE BEST SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS

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An easy, delicious recipe made with ingredients you always have around the house! A definite winner! Wonderful served with rice!

Provided by KIMMY D

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 egg
¼ cup dry bread crumbs
1 onion, diced
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups water
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
3 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, bread crumbs and onion. Mix thoroughly and shape into golf ball-sized balls.
In a large skillet over medium heat, gently brown the meatballs and set aside.
In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, flour, water, white vinegar and soy sauce. Mix thoroughly. Add meatballs and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring often, for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.3 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 122.4 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 815 mg, Sugar 55.4 g

Tips:

Use a variety of meats. For a more flavorful meatball, use a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal.
Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
Chill the meatball mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help the meatballs hold their shape.
Cook the meatballs over medium heat. This will help prevent them from burning.
Make sure the meatballs are cooked through before adding them to the sauce. You can check this by cutting a meatball in half. If the center is still pink, the meatballs need to cook longer.
Use a good quality barbecue sauce. The sauce is what really makes these meatballs special, so don't skimp on the quality.
Serve the meatballs hot. They are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

These sweet and sour barbecue meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a new recipe to try, give these meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed.