Best 6 Moms Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Mom's irresistible Sweet and Sour Meatballs, a timeless classic that tantalizes taste buds with its harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. These juicy meatballs, lovingly crafted with ground beef, pork, and a symphony of aromatic spices, are enveloped in a luscious sauce that strikes a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity.

Accompanying the meatballs is a medley of vibrant and flavorful recipes that will elevate your dining experience. Delight in the comforting warmth of Mom's classic Mashed Potatoes, a creamy and velvety haven for the senses, and relish the freshness and crunch of the Cucumber Salad, a refreshing symphony of crisp cucumbers, tangy onions, and a zesty dressing.

For a side dish that packs a punch, explore the tantalizing flavors of the Sweet and Sour Green Beans, where crisp green beans are tossed in a vibrant sauce that mirrors the harmonious balance of the meatballs. And to satisfy your sweet cravings, succumb to the temptation of Mom's Apple Pie, a quintessential American dessert that enchants with its flaky crust and warm, gooey apple filling.

Each recipe in this culinary ensemble is a testament to the love and care that goes into home cooking. With clear instructions and helpful tips, you'll be guided through the process of creating these delectable dishes, transforming your kitchen into a haven of culinary artistry. So, gather your ingredients, embrace the joy of cooking, and embark on a taste adventure that will leave your family and friends craving for more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Beefy meatballs glazed with a tangy, simple pantry ingredient sauce are hard to stop eating.

Provided by Katie Workman

Categories     Main Course

Time 33m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg
1 pound ground beef
¼ cup minced onion
¼ cup unseasoned bread crumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
⅓ cup ketchup
½ can jellied cranberry sauce ((about ½ cup))
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
⅓ cup water
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground pepper (to taste)
Chopped parsley (to serve (optional))

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl beat the egg. Add the beef, onion, bread crumbs, salt and pepper and use your hands to combine thoroughly (or use a spoon; it will take longer, but if you are not a hands-in-the-ground-beef person you can do that). Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and place the meatballs in the pan, making sure not to crowd them; you may need to do this in batches. If your pan isn't large enough. Cook the meatballs for 1 to 2 minutes, until the bottoms are browned, then flip them and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the other side is brown. The meatballs should be browned on at least two sides, but not cooked through. Remove meatballs from the skillet and drain any excess oil from the skillet.
  • In the same skillet, add the ketchup, cranberry sauce, tomato paste, vinegar, soy sauce, water and Worcestershire sauce. Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring, until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Return the meatballs to the pan, then cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, adjusting the heat so that the sauce stays at a gentle simmer, until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened. Serve hot, sprinkled with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 121 mg, Sodium 942 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS



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These meatballs can also be made with ground venison instead of the ground beef - they're delicious either way! The recipe is great for parties or other social gatherings because it's simple to make and can easily be doubled.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
SAUCE:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 medium green pepper, cut into strips
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 2 dozen 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , For sauce, combine brown sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add pineapple and juice, green onions, vinegar and soy sauce; cook and stir just until thickened and bubbly. Pour over meatballs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Stir in green pepper. Cover and bake 10 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

MOM'S PASSOVER SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Mom's Passover Sweet and Sour Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pamb10

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 onion
1 egg
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper
1/2 cup matzo meal
1/4 cup ketchup (optional)
7 ounces whole cranberry sauce
2 (12 ounce) bottles chili sauce

Steps:

  • Mix meat, onion, egg, salt, pepper and matzah meal togther and form meatballs.
  • Bake meatballs on cookie sheet at 350 for about 30 minutes.
  • Mix cranberry sauce and chili sauce together in pan on stove, low heat.
  • Add meatballs to sauce and cook covered on low heat until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.7, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 108.1, Sodium 1641.8, Carbohydrate 44.9, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 25.3, Protein 26.1

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

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

MOMMOM'S SWEET & SOUR MEATBALLS



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This is a recipe from my cousin's hubby's grandmother. She would always make this for the holiday season. Very unusual, but very good!

Provided by Linda Kauppinen

Categories     Other Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lb ground chuck
1 large onion, diced
salt and pepper
1/4 c plain bread crumbs
1/4 to 1/2 c water (optional)
sauce arturo (see directions)
1 can(s) cranberries, whole, 16 oz.
SAUCE ARTURO
1/2 c fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
1/2 c water
1/2 c tomato paste
1/2 c soy sauce
1/2 c cider vinegar
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp salt
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 pinch ginger
2 pinch nutmeg
2 pinch onion powder
2 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • 1. Meatballs: Mix ground chuck, onion, salt, pepper and breadcrumbs. Form meat mixture into small meatballs about the size of a melon ball or small walnut.
  • 2. Put cranberries into the pot that you will be using to cook the entire mixture and simmer on low until it's "melted".
  • 3. Sauce Arturo: Mix mushrooms, water, tomato paste, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, salt, garlic, pepper, giner, nutmeg, onion powder and paprika in a saute' pan and cook on low until it begins to bubble. Add this mixture to the cranberries in the pot.
  • 4. Add raw meatballs to the sauce mixture in the pot. Add waterif the sauce is too thick. Cover the pot with lid and cook "until they smell really good" and the meatballs are done.

MOM'S SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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My mom always brought these to family get togethers and every one's had a different version it still comes back to mom's

Provided by Lori Stansbury

Categories     Meat Appetizers

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 4

chili sauce 1 8 oz bottle can be adjusted
1 large jar of grape jelly
meatballs same as meat loaf just roll into balls and bake until semi done
melt chili sauce and grape jelly until combined add to crockpot with drained meatball keep on warm over night

Steps:

  • 1. Make meatballs as you would your meat loaf I roll mine and bake them until almost done in sauce pan melt your grape jelly and chili sauce drain meatballs and put all in crockpot for best taste I do mine over night

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will result in the best-tasting meatballs.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough.
  • Brown the meatballs well: Browning the meatballs gives them a nice flavor and helps keep them moist.
  • Use a good quality sweet and sour sauce: The sauce is what makes these meatballs special, so choose one that you really like.
  • Serve the meatballs over rice or noodles: This will help soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

These sweet and sour meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. They are also a great appetizer or party food. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that will be enjoyed by everyone at the table.

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