Best 4 Vegetarian Sweet And Sour Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our vegetarian sweet and sour meatballs, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable plant-based meatballs, crafted from a blend of tofu, mushrooms, and aromatic spices, are coated in a luscious sweet and sour sauce, striking a perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Accompanying this main course are two irresistible recipes: a classic vegetable lo mein bursting with vibrant colors and textures, and a refreshing cucumber salad that adds a crisp, cooling contrast to the richness of the meatballs. Prepare to embark on a delightful gastronomic adventure with our comprehensive guide to this vegetarian feast.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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My mother first made these for me and now I made them all the time - incredibly delicious! Serve as a main course, an appetizer.. doesn't matter, they always taste great!

Provided by KIMCA

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 eggs
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup cottage cheese
½ cup finely chopped onion
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon dried sage
2 cups Italian seasoned bread crumbs
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white vinegar
¾ cup apricot jam
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup minced onion
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 dash hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, Cheddar cheese, and cottage cheese until well blended. Mix in 1/2 cup onion, pecans, basil, salt and sage. Stir in bread crumbs. Form the mixture into 2 inch balls, and place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, vinegar, apricot jam, ketchup, 1/4 cup onion, oregano and hot pepper sauce. Pour over meatballs.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until meatballs are firm, and sauce is thick and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 803.1 calories, Carbohydrate 82.3 g, Cholesterol 181.1 mg, Fat 44.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 2264.4 mg, Sugar 35.9 g

ZESTY VEGETARIAN SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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These meatballs use pecan meal as a meat replacement. They are so good, you don't even miss the meat! This recipe does have eggs and cheese in it, so it is not quite vegan. But those items can be substituted to make it so. The ingredients may sound funny, but the result is amazing! The sauce is very zesty so if you don't want it to be too strong cut down on the vinegar some.

Provided by thechulita

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
1 cup ground pecans
5 eggs, or more if needed
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 tablespoon minced onion, or to taste
Italian seasoning, or to taste
1 cup crushed cornflakes cereal
1 teaspoon salt
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
1 cup ketchup
¼ cup grated onion
1 (12 ounce) jar apricot jam
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch rectangular baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix the ground pecans, eggs, Colby-Jack cheese, minced onion, Italian seasoning, cornflake crumbs, and salt in a bowl until thoroughly combined. Add another egg if mixture isn't holding together. Shape the mixture into balls, and place into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and set, about 45 minutes.
  • Mix together the vegetable oil, vinegar, ketchup, grated onion, apricot jam, and oregano together in a bowl until smooth; pour the sauce over the baked pecan balls, and return to oven until the sauce is bubbling, 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.5 calories, Carbohydrate 64.6 g, Cholesterol 198.5 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 1376 mg, Sugar 36.1 g

SWEET AND SOUR VEGETARIAN MEATBALLS



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My vegetarian sweet and sour meatball recipe is the most requested recipe from my kitchen! These are delicious and the perfect size for the main appetizer at your next event! Your guests will love them...and will come back for more! I promise! I have served these at so many functions and people swear they are meat! Yes, I deep-fry them! They come out so round and delicious! Test one to be sure the meatballs are done inside. Be careful not to overcook them!

Provided by lvscoffee7

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 25m

Yield 19

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 sleeves crackers (such as Keebler® Town House®), crumbled
1 ½ cups pecan meal
1 ½ cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup sweet onion, minced
¼ cup finely chopped fresh spinach
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
¾ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
6 large eggs eggs, beaten
½ cup vegetable oil for frying
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (10 ounce) jar grape jelly
1 (12 ounce) jar chili sauce (such as Heinz®)

Steps:

  • Toss cracker crumbs and pecan meal together in a large bowl. Add Colby-Jack cheese, onion, spinach, garlic, parsley, poultry seasoning, and salt. Beat the eggs together in a bowl; incorporate into the mixture.
  • Form meatballs using a 1-inch cookie scoop. Roll smooth.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer. Drop meatballs gently into the hot oil until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over low heat. Add grape jelly and stir gently until it's completely melted. Stir in chili sauce until well combined. Add cooked meatballs and stir to coat. Heat through, about 5 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 69.1 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 565.5 mg, Sugar 14 g

SWEET AND SOUR VEGETARIAN MEATBALLS



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Vegetarian Meatballs -- They really taste like the real thing!! We have fooled many people with this.

Provided by Cherri Olin

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 1h

Yield 12-20 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 beaten eggs (you can use egg replacers)
2 cups grated colby cheese (you can use imitation cheese) or 2 cups grated cheddar cheese (you can use imitation cheese)
3/4 cup pecan meal (if you cannot find pecan meal, you can just grind up pecans in your food processor until they are in)
2 tablespoons onion flakes or 2 small onions, chopped
1 cup cracker crumb
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 packages George Washington broth (golden or dark)
1 cup ketchup
1 cup water
1 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients in one at a time until well mixed.
  • Form into balls with greased hands.
  • Fry vegetable oil or bake until golden brown lightly on all sides.
  • Place all of the meatballs in a pan or skillet and pour in 2 cups of water and 2 packages of George Washington Broth.
  • Simmer until water almost disappears.
  • (At this point you can use them as regular meat balls make the sauce below) Mix together your sweet and sour sauce.
  • Place the meatballs in a baking dish or in a crockpot.
  • Pour sauce over meatballs.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or turn on high in the crockpot and leave until all is warm.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a variety of vegetables in your meatballs. Some good options include carrots, celery, onion, and bell pepper.
  • Be sure to cook the meatballs thoroughly before adding them to the sauce. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry to the sauce before simmering. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth. Then, add the slurry to the sauce and stir until thickened.
  • Serve the meatballs over rice or noodles. You can also serve them with a side of vegetables or salad.

Conclusion:

This vegetarian sweet and sour meatballs recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are packed with flavor and the sauce is tangy and sweet. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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