Best 9 Tangy Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Tangy Sweet and Sour Meatballs, a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. This delectable dish features tender and juicy meatballs coated in a luscious sauce made from scratch. The meatballs are lovingly crafted with a mixture of ground pork and beef, seasoned to perfection with aromatics and herbs, then gently browned to achieve a golden-brown crust.

This tantalizing sauce is a symphony of flavors, combining the vibrant tang of pineapple and the sweetness of brown sugar, balanced with the savory notes of soy sauce and rice vinegar. A hint of ginger and garlic adds a delightful aromatic touch, while a touch of ketchup lends a subtle richness. The sauce is simmered until it reaches a luscious consistency, ready to coat the meatballs in a glossy embrace.

Our recipe provides step-by-step instructions to guide you in creating this mouthwatering dish, along with helpful tips and variations to customize it to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a spicy kick, we've got you covered. For a vegetarian alternative, we offer a delightful plant-based meatball recipe, ensuring everyone can savor the tangy-sweet-and-sour goodness.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure with our Tangy Sweet and Sour Meatballs. Let the tantalizing aromas fill your kitchen as you create a dish that is sure to impress and delight your family and friends. Happy cooking!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS RECIPE



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These Sweet and Sour Meatballs are made with frozen meatballs and pineapple chunks and are covered in a DELICIOUS homemade sweet and sour sauce!! It's the perfect appetizer or dinner idea served over rice or noodles.

Provided by Lil' Luna

Categories     Appetizer     Main Course

Time 19m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup Brown Sugar (loosely packed)
1/2 cup Rice Vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tbsp Soy Sauce
2 1/4 cups Pineapple Juice
1 tbsp Cornstarch
25 All-Purpose Meatballs ((frozen if fine))
peppers (chopped (optional))
1 cup Drained Small Pineapple Chunks
2 tbsp Sliced Green Onions (for garnish)
Rice for serving

Steps:

  • Add brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce and 2 cups of pineapple juice to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil.
  • In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining ¼ cup pineapple juice together, whisking to get out all the lumps. Whisk into your skillet and add Meatballs and chopped peppers. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook 8-10 minutes, until sauce has thickened and the meatballs are heated through.
  • Stir in pineapple chunks. Serve warm over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 42 mg, Sodium 298 mg, Sugar 30 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET AND TANGY MEATBALLS



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Sweet and tangy meatballs are a classic party appetizer that's perfect for your next big gathering, easy to prep in the oven or slow cooker.

Provided by Meghan Yager

Categories     Meatballs

Time 3h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lbs ground beef (80-85% lean)
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1 white medium onion, minced (about 1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 Tbsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 cups ketchup or chili sauce
18 oz natural grape jelly

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, eggs, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder in a large bowl until well-combined.
  • Form the meat into 50 equally-sized balls, using a rounded teaspoonful for each.
  • Add oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat, or add to your slow cooker and turn on the SEAR setting. Once hot, lightly brown the meatballs in batches. Transfer to a large plate after they brown.
  • Add ketchup or chili sauce and jelly to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Pour about 2/3 cup of the sauce into the bottom of a Dutch oven or Crock-Pot insert, spreading to coat the bottom in an even layer. This can also be done on the SEAR setting in your slow cooker.
  • Add one-third of the meatballs to the bottom of the pan or insert. Top with another 2/3 cup of sauce. Add another third of the meatballs on top, followed by another 2/3 cup of sauce. Finish with the remaining meatballs and top with remaining sauce.
  • If you are using a Dutch oven, cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours, until sauce has thickened and meat is cooked through.
  • If you are using a slow cooker, set to low and cook for 2-3 hours, until sauce is very thick and beef is cooked through.
  • Serve immediately on a platter with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2-3 meatballs, Calories 217 calories, Sugar 20.4 g, Sodium 489.5 mg, Fat 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0.4 g, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 9.5 g, Cholesterol 49.4 mg

SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 large yellow onion, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
Two 10-ounce jars red pepper jelly or hot pepper jelly
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Mix the meats, panko, egg, garlic, onion, paprika, salt and pepper in a large bowl with your hands until completely combined. Scoop mixture into heaping tablespoons, then roll into neat balls. Transfer to a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake until cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Add pepper jelly, orange juice and soy sauce to a small pan. Cook over medium-high heat until it simmers, then remove from the heat. Pour jelly sauce over the meatballs and toss to coat.

TANGY AND SWEET MEATBALLS



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When we entertain friends for Sunday dinner, I frequently serve these tangy meatballs. Everyone loves the distinctive sauce, but they're often surprised to learn it is made with gingernsaps. -Melody Mellinger, Myerstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large eggs
1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 cups dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds ground beef
2 tablespoons canola oil
SAUCE:
3-1/2 cups tomato juice
1 cup packed brown sugar
10 gingersnaps, finely crushed
1/4 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon onion salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, onion, bread crumbs and salt. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in batches in oil. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish., In a large saucepan, combine the sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until cookie crumbs are dissolved. Pour over meatballs. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 1226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g 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

SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 30 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet and rack
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
One 4-ounce can diced hot jalapeños, drained
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 large egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
One 10-ounce jar pepper jelly, preferably Tabasco Mild Jalapeño Pepper Jelly
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup bloody mary mix
1/4 cup pomegranate juice
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fit a baking sheet with a wire rack and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Place the ground beef and pork in a large bowl. Add the diced jalapeños, breadcrumbs, granulated garlic, egg, onion, 1 tablespoon pepper jelly and some salt and pepper and gently fold this mixture together.
  • Using a small scoop, roll a tablespoon of the meat mixture into a ball. Place on the prepared wire rack and repeat until all of the meat has been shaped into balls. Roast the meatballs until slightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze. Combine the bloody mary mix, pomegranate juice, light brown sugar and remaining pepper jelly (about 3/4 cup) in a small saucepot. Boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the jelly has dissolved and the sauce has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and pour into a large mixing bowl to cool. (The glaze will thicken as it cools.)
  • Transfer the hot meatballs to the large bowl with the glaze and gently toss until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the pomegranate seeds.

SWEET AND SPICY COCKTAIL MEATBALLS



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Everybody loves meatballs at parties, and this recipe won't let you down! Seasoned beef meatballs are simmered in a sweet and spicy sauce. You can also use ground venison instead of the ground beef.

Provided by Jordanna Novak

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
½ cup dry bread crumbs
¼ cup milk
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon snipped fresh parsley
⅓ cup minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup shortening
1 (12 ounce) bottle chile sauce
1 ¼ cups grape jelly

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, dry bread crumbs and milk. Blend in ground pepper, parsley, onion, salt, egg and Worcestershire sauce. Mix thoroughly.
  • Shape the beef mixture into 1 inch meatballs. In a large skillet, melt the shortening over medium heat and brown the meatballs.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, mix the chile sauce and grape jelly over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until jelly is melted.
  • Pour the sauce over the browning meatballs and simmer for 30 minutes, or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726.5 calories, Carbohydrate 88.6 g, Cholesterol 115.8 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 758.8 mg, Sugar 66.1 g

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

TANGY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Tangy Sweet and Sour Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lady3

Categories     Meat

Time 2h20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 egg
2 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 1/2 cups ketchup
2 cups ginger ale

Steps:

  • Mix first 6 ingredients.
  • Shape into small balls.
  • Put gingerale and ketchup into large pot and bring to a boil.
  • Add meatballs ,cover and simmer for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.3, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 10.5, Cholesterol 168.5, Sodium 1774.3, Carbohydrate 38.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 31.6, Protein 35.8

Tips:

  • Prep Ahead: Save time by preparing the sauce and meatballs in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ginger, garlic, and pineapple chunks elevate the flavor of the dish. If using canned pineapple, choose chunks packed in natural juice, not syrup.
  • Adjust Sweetness and Acidity: Balance the flavors by adjusting the amount of brown sugar and rice vinegar. Add more sugar for a sweeter sauce or more vinegar for a tangier one.
  • Simmer for Flavor: Don't rush the cooking process. Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve Hot: Tangy sweet and sour meatballs are best served hot. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or pineapple chunks for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This tangy sweet and sour meatball recipe combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors in a delightful dish that's perfect for any occasion. With its easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Whether you serve it as an appetizer, main course, or party snack, these meatballs are sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!

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