PINEAPPLE PACIFIC POTLUCK

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I got this recipe from the Toronto Star Newspaper about 25 years ago. This is a long standing family favourite. Very tasty and easy to make.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Rice

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs lean ground beef
1 large sweet onion, grated
2 eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons soya sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (14 ounce) can pineapple chunks (save juice)
2 ounces unsweetened pineapple juice
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup cider vinegar
10 ounces frozen peas or 10 ounces canned peas
cooked long-grain jasmine rice

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef, onions, eggs, salt, pepper and 1/2 tablespoon of soya sauce together.
  • Shape mixture into 32 small balls.
  • Dip meatballs in soya sauce to coat.
  • Add any remaining soya sauce to 2 tbsp oil in frying pan and brown meatballs gently.
  • Place browned meatballs in a 10 cup baking dish.
  • Drain syrup from pineapple chunks and combine with pineapple juice.
  • Mix together sugar, cornstarch and 1/2 tsp salt.
  • Stir in juice mixture and vinegar.
  • Mix well.
  • Cook juice mixture in clean pot, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and boils. The sauce thickens very quickly.
  • Combine pineapple chunks and peas with the meatballs in dish.
  • Pour sauce over the meatballs and cover.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 45 minutes.
  • Serve ontop of cooked rice.

lumi
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This was a hit at our potluck! It was so refreshing and flavorful. I used fresh pineapple and it really made a difference. The chicken was tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again!


chrisplays
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This was a really great dish. The pineapple added a nice sweetness to the chicken and the bell peppers and onions added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Rehan Bhatti
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I would definitely make this again.


Najiib Osman
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The pineapple added a nice sweetness to the chicken and the bell peppers and onions added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Nozipho Nsibande
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Charlie Mcdowall
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This was a really great dish. The pineapple added a nice sweetness to the chicken and the bell peppers and onions added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.


Nabeel Bhatti
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the pineapple and chicken. I would definitely make this dish again.


Md Sadhen
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This was a delicious and easy dish to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a great potluck dish.


Farah Fatima
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I would definitely make this again.


Gariba Nurudeen
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it. The pineapple added a unique and delicious flavor to the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.


Okafor Anene
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This was a hit at our potluck! It was so refreshing and flavorful. I used fresh pineapple and it really made a difference. The chicken was tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again!


Burhan Afridi
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This Pineapple Pacific Potluck dish was such a delightful surprise. It's flavorful with a nice balance of sweet and savory. Loved the addition of the bell peppers and onions, which added a nice crunch and depth of flavor.


Maximus Ekon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I would highly recommend this dish to anyone looking for a delicious and easy potluck dish.


Alimi Bakare
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This was a great dish to bring to a potluck. It was easy to make and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making this again.


M H Arfat
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I have never been a fan of pineapple in savory dishes, but this dish changed my mind. The pineapple added a sweetness and tang that complemented the chicken and bell peppers perfectly.


Nashir Uddin
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This pineapple pacific potluck dish was incredibly delicious! The flavors of the pineapple, chicken, and bell peppers were perfectly balanced. I would definitely make this dish again.


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