Best 10 Mommoms Sweet Sour Meatballs Recipes

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"Mommom's Sweet Sour Meatballs" is a classic dish that combines the flavors of sweet and sour sauce with tender and juicy meatballs. This dish is a favorite among many families, and there are countless variations of the recipe. Whether you prefer your meatballs with a tangy sauce or a more mild flavor, there's a recipe out there that will satisfy your cravings. In this article, we'll take you on a journey to find the best recipe for "Mommom's Sweet Sour Meatballs" that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

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

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

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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This is a recipe my mom made for years and years. I've made it for parties as well as when I've had company over for supper. Everyone loves these meatballs. These meatballs are made without the addition of pineapple.

Provided by Pamma Lamma

Categories     Meat

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
Worcestershire sauce, to taste
3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
oregano, to taste
1 egg, slightly beaten
salt and pepper, to taste
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons soya sauce

Steps:

  • For meatballs: Mix all ingredients (minus oil) together. Form into balls. Fry in oil until golden then place on paper towel to drain. Set aside
  • For Sauce: In medium saucepan, fry onion in oil until tender. Add all other sauce ingredients and simmer 20 minutes. Add meatballs and cook 1 hour on medium. Serve and Enjoy!
  • *You can also place browned meatballs and sauce mix into crock pot.

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-SOUR MEATBALLS



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These meatballs can also be made with ground venison instead of the ground beef - they're delicious either way! The recipe is great for parties or other social gatherings because it's simple to make and can easily be doubled.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1-1/2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
SAUCE:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 medium green pepper, cut into strips
Hot cooked rice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 2 dozen 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in a greased 2-qt. baking dish. , For sauce, combine brown sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add pineapple and juice, green onions, vinegar and soy sauce; cook and stir just until thickened and bubbly. Pour over meatballs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 40 minutes. Stir in green pepper. Cover and bake 10 minutes longer or until meat is no longer pink. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

1/2 cup loosely packed brown sugar
1/2 cup rice wine vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 1/4 cups pineapple juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
One 25-count bag All-Purpose Meatballs (still frozen is fine), recipe follows
1 tablespoon sriracha hot sauce
1 cup drained small pineapple chunks
Steamed long-grain rice, for serving
2 tablespoons sliced green onions, for garnish
5 pounds ground beef
1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons grainy mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the brown sugar, vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce and 2 cups of the pineapple juice. Bring to a boil.
  • Make a slurry by mixing the cornstarch into the remaining 1/4 cup pineapple juice, whisking to get out all the lumps. Whisk the slurry into the skillet and add the All-Purpose Meatballs. Bring to a simmer and add the sriracha. Cover and cook until the sauce is thickened and the meatballs are heated through, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the pineapple chunks.
  • Serve over steamed rice, garnished with green onions.
  • To make the meatballs, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, cream, parsley, mustard, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes and eggs in a large mixing bowl. Mix together well with your hands. Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions and roll them into balls with your hands. Place the meatballs onto parchment-lined baking sheets and put the baking sheets in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes for the meatballs to firm up.
  • To brown the meatballs, heat the olive oil in a heavy pot or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook, turning the meatballs to make sure they brown all over, 5 to 7 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
  • Freezer instructions: Put the cooked meatballs in a single layer on baking sheets and put into the freezer. When frozen, divide them into freezer bags, 25 per bag, and return them to the freezer. Yield: 125 meatballs.

SHANE'S SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h5m

Yield about 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound cooked and frozen meatballs, thawed
Two 8-ounce cans pineapple chunks, drained, juice reserved
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
1 diced red or white onion
1/2 cup chopped green onion
6 cloves chopped garlic
Sweet and Sour Sauce, recipe follows
Coarse black pepper
4 cups ketchup
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
Black pepper (about 2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons pineapple juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In deep non-greased baking pan, add the thawed meatballs. Top the meatballs with the pineapple chunks. In a medium bowl add the mustard, red and green onion, and garlic. Mix well. Top the meatballs and pineapple with the mustard sauce. Add the Sweet and Sour Sauce and season with black pepper.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven; add the remaining pineapple juice, stir to combine, and place back in the oven for the remaining 30 minutes. Serve while hot.
  • In a saucepot, mix all ingredients together. Cook on high heat. Keep your eye on it. Do not walk away. Cook for 2 minutes and stir. After 3 to 4 minutes, take it off the heat and mix for 2 minutes. Use it same day or keep in the refrigerator for about 2 to 3 weeks at the maximum.

EASY SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS



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The already prepared meatballs make this a very easy and quick supper. You can use your own homemade meatballs or store-bought if you're in a pinch. -Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked homestyle or Swedish meatballs, thawed
1 large green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Hot cooked rice, optional
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. Add enough water to juice if needed to measure 1 cup. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the meatballs, green pepper and juice mixture until heated through., In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch, cold water, vinegar and soy sauce until smooth. Add brown sugar and reserved pineapple to the pan; stir in cornstarch mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. If desired, serve with rice and top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MOMZ'S SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Momz's Sweet and Sour Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TeamZZZ

Categories     Meat

Time 2h30m

Yield 24 Meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) jar guava jelly
1 (12 ounce) jar chili sauce
1 1/2-2 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 cup cooked rice
1 egg
1/2 cup water
1 dash garlic pepper seasoning
1/3 cup breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • In a large pot, dump guava jelly and chili sauce, and fill chili sauce jar with water and add to the mix. Heat to blend.
  • Mix beef, rice, egg, water, dash of garlic pepper, bread crumbs in bowl and form meatballs and add to sauce.
  • Cover and heat on low for 1 1/2 - 2 hours.

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS IN OVEN



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The hearty taste of seasoned beef and the flavors of sweet and sour distinguish these meatballs. Make this for a special occasion as an appetizer or for every-day dinner.

Provided by Pam Somers

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pounds ground beef
⅓ cup dried onion flakes
1 ½ cups dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs
¾ cup milk
1 cup cider vinegar
2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed
2 tablespoons mustard powder
1 cup water, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • To make meatballs: In a large bowl, combine beef, onion flakes, bread crumbs, salt, nutmeg, eggs and milk.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Shape mixture into 1 inch balls, and place into a 9x13 inch baking dish; bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Lower heat in oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • To make sauce: In a large saucepan over medium heat, mix vinegar, sugar, mustard and 1/2 cup water; bring to a boil, and boil for 1 minute. Mix cornstarch and 1/2 cup water; add to saucepan, and boil for 1 minute more.
  • Add sauce to cooked meatballs, and bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, basting occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.1 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 139.6 mg, Fat 19.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 916.8 mg, Sugar 45.7 g

SIMPLE SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Make our Simple Sweet and Sour Meatballs that are paired with an incredibly delicious sauce that's easy to make and adds the perfect tangy taste.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 oz. (3/4 of 16-oz. pkg.) frozen fully cooked meatballs
1 pkg. (16 oz.) frozen stir-fry vegetables (sliced green, red and yellow peppers, and white onions)
1/4 cup apricot jam
1/4 cup KRAFT Classic CATALINA Dressing
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
3 cups hot cooked instant white rice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except rice in large skillet; cover.
  • Cook on medium-high heat 10 min. or until meatballs and vegetables are heated through, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 1350 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 18 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the meatballs. They should be cooked through but still tender.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick and flavorful. It should coat the meatballs nicely.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite sides, such as rice, noodles, or vegetables.
  • These meatballs can also be used in other dishes, such as soups and stews.

Conclusion:

Mommom's Sweet and Sour Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and tangy sauce, these meatballs are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give Mommom's Sweet and Sour Meatballs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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