Satisfy your cravings with quick and tasty sweet and sour meatballs, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its delightful fusion of sweet, sour, and tangy flavors. Immerse yourself in a culinary journey as we guide you through a step-by-step process of preparing these delectable treats, ensuring a flavor-packed experience that will elevate your mealtime routine. Let's embark on an exciting quest to create a dish that combines juicy, succulent meatballs with a vibrant, flavorful sauce.
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EASY SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS
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
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.
THE BEST SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS
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
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
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
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.
QUICK AND TASTY SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS
I make this using my "Chelle's Famous Turkey Meatballs". This is one of my family's favorites...even my husband's family (mother-in-law and her friends, sister-in-law, brother-in-laws, etc.) All seem to like these. I like to serve them with my Crab Wontons as an appetizer when serving to guests. ;) They go great in a crockpot for parties, bbq's, potlucks, etc. and I am usually requested to bring them!! Amounts can vary depending on number of meatballs you make, as will times. ;)
Provided by Michelle Waco @Mommydiva
Categories Turkey
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine red and green pepper, if desired, in pan and cook for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
- Add meatballs (precooked, see my turkey meatballs), sauce, and all canned veggies to a large pot or in crockpot.
- Cook on medium high heat for 30 minutes stirring often, (high crockpot) or until meatballs have warmed through.
- Serve over steamed rice. Enjoy!! :)
SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS II
I got this recipe from my mother-in-law shortly after I was married. Now it is a favorite of our kids. I like to serve it over rice.
Provided by Cathy
Categories Main Dish Recipes Meatball Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine beef, egg, onion, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Roll into meatballs about 1 to 1 1/2 inches in size.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the meatballs until browned on all sides.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix together the water, vinegar, ketchup, cornstarch, sugar and soy sauce. Pour over the meatballs, and allow sauce to thicken. Continue to heat until the sauce just starts to bubble.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 601 calories, Carbohydrate 70.5 g, Cholesterol 114.4 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 20.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.4 g, Sodium 878.1 mg, Sugar 50.7 g
EASY BAKED SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS
A super quick 'home-made' sweet and sour sauce with tasty meatballs that are baked in the oven. Serve with rice or over warm noodles as a main meal. Alternatively serve them as a party food with cocktail forks or toothpicks. It may seem there are a lot of ingredients, but the sauce and meatballs take very little time to prepare. A budget friendly family meal or a great recipe to make for a potluck. You can use recipe #487741 Homemade ponzu sauce posted by GailAnng as a good substitute for the 'ponzu lime citrus dressing and sauce.'
Provided by Jubes
Categories Chinese
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the sauce - mix the cornstarch with ¼ cup water in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Add all of the remaining sauce ingredients to a small saucepan and stir over a medium heat for approximately one minute.
- Add the cornstarch mixture and stir to combine.
- Continue stirring until the mixture becomes thick and glossy- about 5 minutes. Set the sauce aside to cool.
- For the meatballs - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C ).
- Use a food processor to make fresh breadcrumbs ( I used 4 slices of bread with crusts removed).
- Add all meatball ingredients to a medium sized mixing bowl and thoroughly mix together.
- Roll into small meatballs with your hands, using about a tablespoon of mix at a time.
- Place meatballs in a 9 x 13 baking dish and, if using as a main meal, add the optional cup of pineapple chunks if desired - Just spread them evenly around the meatballs.
- Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the meatballs , ensuring that they are all covered.
- Bake for 30 minutes and stir. Continue to bake for another 15 minutes and stir again. Check for doneness and bake longer if needed.
- Serve over rice or noodles for a main meal. Lightly sprinkle each meal with toasted sesame seeds or finely sliced green onions for presentation if desired.
- Can be served as cocktail meatballs in a single large bowl with cocktail forks or toothpicks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.5, Fat 18.8, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 123.6, Sodium 626.5, Carbohydrate 60.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 41.1, Protein 24.1
EASIEST SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS
I first tasted these tasty little meatballs at my friend Shirley's house party over 30 years ago. I asked for the recipe and have been making them ever since, sometimes serving them as an appetizer and other times as a meal.
Provided by Maggie in Florida
Categories Meat
Time 45m
Yield 24 36, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix chili sauce, grape jelly, and lemon juice in a medium sized saucepan.
- Sprinkle sugar over all and stir well.
- Cook till mixture liquifies.
- Form little meatballs (about one inch in diameter or larger, if you prefer) and drop into sauce, making sure you don't splash as it will be hot. (If you moisten your hands with water or oil the meat will not adhere to your hands as readily). Cover.
- Cook for 1/2 hour, but after 15 minutes, taste sauce and adjust, if necessary.
- These can be served with their sauce on a bed of noodles, or placed on a platter with tootpicks for appetizers without their sauce.
- Very tasty, easy and quick to make.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.8, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 1002.6, Carbohydrate 54.6, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 37.9, Protein 32
SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS
Provided by Anita Hacker
Categories Beef Quick & Easy Raisin Celery Fall Parsley Bon Appétit Los Angeles California
Yield Makes about 25
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, celery, parsley, egg and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in medium bowl. Add 1 1/2 tablespoons soup mix; blend well. Using moistened hands, form mixture into 1-inch-diameter balls and place on sheet of foil.
- Combine chili sauce, 3/4 cup water, raisins, vinegar, sugar and remaining soup mix in heavy large pot. Bring to simmer over medium-low heat. Drop meatballs into sauce. Cover pot and simmer until meatballs are cooked through and sauce thickens, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
Practical
- Prep Ahead: Prepare the sweet and tangy mixture in advance and boil the necessary amount for 10 to 12 minutes. Store the mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Use a Wok: A wok is traditionally used to make this dish, but you can also use a large skillet or saucepan.
- Add Veggies: Add some extra veggies to your sweet and tangy mixture, such as green peppers, red peppers, and onions.
- Serve with Sides: Serve your sweet and tangy dish with rice, noodles, or mashed sweet or white boiled steamed fluffy rice.
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