Best 5 Sweet Sour Turkey Meatballs Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatballs, a delightful fusion of tangy and sweet flavors. These succulent meatballs, crafted with ground turkey, are not only a healthier alternative to traditional pork or beef meatballs but also a burst of juicy tenderness. Immerse yourself in the vibrant sauce, a harmonious blend of sweet pineapple, tangy vinegar, and aromatic spices, that coats each meatball in a glossy, irresistible glaze. Prepare to be captivated by the symphony of flavors as you bite into these delectable meatballs, perfect for any occasion, be it a weeknight dinner, a festive gathering, or a game-day feast.

In this comprehensive guide, we present you with a collection of Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatball recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the classic rendition, featuring a luscious sauce made from scratch, to innovative variations incorporating Asian-inspired ingredients like ginger and hoisin sauce, our recipes cater to a wide range of palates. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or are seeking an exciting culinary adventure, we have a recipe that will satisfy your cravings. So, let's embark on this culinary journey and discover the delightful world of Sweet and Sour Turkey Meatballs!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET & SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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This is a variation of a few different recipes. I use ground turkey, to reduce the fat, but it tastes great made with any ground meat. My picky kids call these Sweetballs. They gobble them up, always asking for 2nds!!! This is great served over rice with a side of vegetables.

Provided by jake ryleysmommy

Categories     Toddler Friendly

Time 1h40m

Yield 48 meatballs, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs ground turkey (or other ground meat)
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup white vinegar
3 tablespoons ketchup
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons flour
1 cup water (or extra vinegar, depending on taste.)

Steps:

  • Mix all meatball ingredients together in a medium bowl, roll into balls and place in glass baking dish lined with foil. *If using ground turkey you may want to add a little oil to tinfoil, or turn often during cooking*.
  • Bake at 400 F for 20-30 mins, or until cooked through.
  • Remove meatballs from pan, discard tinfoil, replace meatballs, set aside.
  • In a small saucepan combine sugar and flour, mix until well blended.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and cook over medium heat stirring often until thickened slightly, about 5-10 min *If you like a more tangy sauce you can replace as much of the water with white vinegar as you'd like*.
  • Pour the sauce over the prepared meatballs, cover with foil and bake in the oven at 350 F for 30 minutes Stir once or twice during baking.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes, serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.1, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 187.4, Sodium 629.1, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 28.4, Protein 33.4

SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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I'm always looking for recipes that are big on taste, but quick and easy to prepare, with little clean up. This one has it all. It's my son's favorite recipe and he requests it whenever he comes home to visit. I often double the recipe so that we have leftovers for the next day's lunches. -Michele Orthner, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
1/2 cup shredded zucchini
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 pound lean ground turkey
2 cups uncooked instant brown rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, carrots and green pepper in oil until tender. Add the tomato sauce, broth, pineapple, brown sugar, vinegar and ketchup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, bread, zucchini, garlic powder, pepper and salt. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 2-in. balls. Carefully add to tomato mixture. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink., Add rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 991mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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These are sweet are sour turkey meatballs that you will love. They are easy to make and delicious. Can be eaten with rice or noodles.

Provided by Jess Sargent

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds ground turkey
⅔ cup rolled oats
⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 (12 ounce) bottle sweet and sour sauce
water as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix ground turkey with oats, bread crumbs, garlic salt, 1/2 of the sweet and sour sauce, and some water in a bowl. Roll into balls of desired size with your hands. Place meatballs on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour remaining sauce over meatballs, or reserve for dipping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 83.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 474 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SWEET & SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Decorating with the winter fruit pomegranate is an old holiday tradition, but few people know what to do with them afterward. Here is a great potluck or buffet recipe for Christmas parties that's seasonal, easy and delicious. -Christine Wendland, Browns Mills, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 2h30m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 thick-sliced peppered bacon strips
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 pounds ground turkey
1 jar (18 ounces) apricot preserves
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 bottle (8 ounces) taco sauce
1/2 cup pomegranate juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Pulse bacon, covered, in a food processor until finely chopped. Combine egg, bread crumbs, cilantro, salt and pepper. Crumble turkey and bacon over egg mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place in two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes., In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine preserves, tomatoes, taco sauce and juice. Stir in meatballs. Cook, covered, on high until a thermometer inserted into several meatballs reads 165°, about 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET-AND-SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Categories     turkey     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium-size onion, chopped
1 sweet green pepper, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, packed in juice
1/4 cup ketchup
1 slice white bread
2 tablespoons milk
3/4 pound ground turkey
1/2 medium-size zucchini, shredded
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups quick-cook rice

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in large skillet. Add onion, green pepper and carrot; saute 5 minutes, until onion is softened. 2. Stir in broth, tomato sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, pineapple with juice and ketchup. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 3. Meanwhile, soak bread in milk in large bowl until milk is absorbed. Add turkey, zucchini, egg, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Shape turkey mixture into 12 meatballs, about 2 tablespoons each. 4. Drop meatballs into simmering sauce; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until cooked through; turn over once during cooking. 5. Remove from heat. Stir in rice; cover; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff rice with fork before serving. Makes 4 servings.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your meatballs will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overmix: Overmixing the meatball mixture can make the meatballs tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the Meatballs: Chilling the meatballs for at least 30 minutes before cooking helps them hold their shape better.
  • Cook the Meatballs Thoroughly: Make sure the meatballs are cooked all the way through before serving. The internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Use a Good Quality Sweet and Sour Sauce: The sauce is what really makes these meatballs special. Choose a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of sweet and sour.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour turkey meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they are also a great way to use up leftover turkey. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your sweet and sour turkey meatballs are perfect every time. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy-to-make recipe, give these sweet and sour turkey meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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