Best 2 Sweet And Sour Pineapple Meatballs Recipes

Tantalize your taste buds with our exquisite Sweet and Sour Pineapple Meatballs, a harmonious blend of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors that will leave you craving more. This delectable dish features tender meatballs enveloped in a luscious sauce made with pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and a symphony of aromatic spices.

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SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS

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We love this pineapple meatball recipe!

Provided by Alisha D.

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 large egg, beaten
3 ½ tablespoons cornstarch, divided
¾ teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
1 cup pineapple juice, or as needed
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup water
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
2 green bell peppers, cut into thin strips
2 cups hot cooked white rice

Steps:

Combine ground beef, onion, egg, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Use a cookie scoop to shape into meatballs.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning often, until browned and no longer pink in the centers, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and drain oil, reserving 1 1/2 tablespoons of drippings.
Drain pineapple chunks from the can, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add enough additional pineapple juice to make 1 1/2 cups total.
Combine pineapple juice, sugar, 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vinegar, soy sauce, and remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch in a bowl; mix well. Stir into drippings in the skillet.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add meatballs, pineapple chunks, and bell peppers. Cook until thoroughly heated, coating well, about 5 minutes. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 575.6 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS WITH PINEAPPLE

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I often serve these meatballs as an appetizer at parties or over steamed rice as a main entree for dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 egg
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons canola oil
SAUCE:
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
2 medium green peppers, julienned
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil, turning often. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside; drain., To the skillet, add the pineapple, green peppers, sugar, vinegar, oil and soy sauce. Cover and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Return meatballs to skillet; simmer until meat is no longer pink. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh pineapple for the best flavor. If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well.
To make the meatballs more flavorful, brown them in a little oil before adding them to the sauce.
Don't overcook the meatballs, or they will become tough.
Serve the meatballs over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

These sweet and sour pineapple meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet, tangy, and flavorful. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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