Best 5 Slow Cooker Sweet And Pungent Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in the harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors with our slow-cooker sweet and pungent meatballs. This delectable dish tantalizes your taste buds with a symphony of flavors, featuring tender and juicy meatballs smothered in a rich and tangy sauce. The meatballs, crafted with a combination of ground beef and pork, are infused with a blend of aromatic spices, herbs, and a hint of ginger, creating a burst of umami in every bite. The sauce, a captivating interplay of sweetness and pungency, is a delightful balance of hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of chili paste. Served over a bed of fluffy rice or your favorite noodles, these slow-cooker sweet and pungent meatballs are an explosion of flavor that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

This article presents various recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and taste profiles. You'll find a traditional version of sweet and pungent meatballs, a vegetarian alternative made with tofu, and a gluten-free rendition using almond flour. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring a seamless cooking experience. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary journey, these recipes are designed to guide you effortlessly towards creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SLOW-COOKER SWEET SOUR MEATBALLS



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For a meal on busy days, I pop ready-made meatballs in the slow cooker to make this tantalizing Asian-style specialty. Nothing is more convenient than walking in the door to dinner. -Lisa Stepanski, Munnsville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 frozen fully cooked homestyle meatballs (1/2 ounce each) , thawed
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cornstarch, vinegar and soy sauce; pour over meatballs. Add green pepper. Cover and cook on low for 4-1/2 hours or until pepper is crisp-tender., Stir in pineapple; cover and cook 30 minutes longer. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 794 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 186mg cholesterol, Sodium 582mg sodium, Carbohydrate 94g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS RECIPE



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These Slow Cooker Sweet and Tangy Meatballs only have 3 simple ingredients. Throw them in your crock pot and serve them over a rice as a main dish or eat them with toothpicks as a quick appetizer.

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course

Time 5h5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces chili sauce
16 ounces grape jelly
2 pounds frozen meatballs

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine jelly and chili sauce in a crock pot and stir until smooth. Heat the mixture if needed to combine.
  • Add meatballs and set temperature to low. Cook for 2-5 hours on low.
  • Serve over rice for a main dish or with toothpicks for an appetizer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 651 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 32 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND PUNGENT MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Slow Cooker Sweet and Pungent Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by STARLIGHT by NIGHT

Categories     Meat

Time 6h5m

Yield 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 lbs frozen cooked meatballs
2 (12 ounce) jars grape jelly
2 (12 ounce) jars currant jelly
2 (12 ounce) bottles chili sauce
2 (12 ounce) bottles seafood cocktail sauce

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in the cooking vessel. Stir well. Cover and cook: Low-6 hrs (or) High-4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 861, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1902, Carbohydrate 216.1, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 152.9, Protein 3.8

EASY SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS



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This is an easy recipe that can be prepared in a slow cooker for a great hot meal at the end of the day. Serve with hot cooked spaghetti noodles.

Provided by HUNNIE0913

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 8h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 ¼ cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (14.25 ounce) can tomato puree

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the ground beef, bread crumbs, parsley, garlic, onion, and egg. Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs.
  • In a slow cooker, mix the spaghetti sauce, crushed tomatoes, and tomato puree. Place the meatballs into the sauce mixture. Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 502.9 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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These meatballs are slow-cooked in a sweet and sour sauce.

Provided by Tammy Moore

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle chile sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
9 ounces grape jelly
1 pound lean ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1 large onion, grated
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together the chili sauce, lemon juice and grape jelly. Pour into slow cooker and simmer over low heat until warm.
  • Combine ground beef, egg, onion and salt. Mix well and form into 1 inch balls. Add to sauce and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 22.2 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right meat. Ground beef is the most common choice for meatballs, but you can also use ground pork, lamb, or turkey. If you're using lean ground beef, you may want to add some ground pork or lamb to help keep the meatballs moist.
  • Use fresh bread crumbs. Fresh bread crumbs will help to keep the meatballs light and fluffy. You can make your own bread crumbs by toasting bread and then grinding it in a food processor, or you can buy them pre-made.
  • Add some moisture. Eggs, milk, and broth are all good ways to add moisture to meatballs. You can also add some chopped vegetables, such as onions, carrots, or celery.
  • Season the meatballs well. Use a variety of spices and herbs to season the meatballs. Some good choices include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning.
  • Cook the meatballs thoroughly. Make sure the meatballs are cooked all the way through before serving. You can cook them in a slow cooker, in the oven, or on the stovetop.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker sweet and pungent meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for a party or potluck, and they can also be served over rice or noodles. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your meatballs are moist, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give slow cooker sweet and pungent meatballs a try!

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