Best 6 Saucy Sweet Sour Pineapple Meatballs Recipes

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Craving a dish that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet, sour, and savory flavors? Look no further! Saucy Sweet Sour Pineapple Meatballs is a delectable culinary creation that promises to leave you craving for more. With its tender and succulent meatballs smothered in a luscious sauce made from pineapple, tangy vinegar, and a touch of sweetness, this dish is a delightful symphony of flavors that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen. So, prepare to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipe for Saucy Sweet Sour Pineapple Meatballs, a dish that is as visually appealing as it is delicious.

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SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS WITH PINEAPPLE



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I often serve these meatballs as an appetizer at parties or over steamed rice as a main entree for dinner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 egg
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 tablespoons canola oil
SAUCE:
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
2 medium green peppers, julienned
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil, turning often. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside; drain., To the skillet, add the pineapple, green peppers, sugar, vinegar, oil and soy sauce. Cover and simmer until tender, about 5 minutes. Return meatballs to skillet; simmer until meat is no longer pink. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Stir into skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS



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We love this pineapple meatball recipe!

Provided by Alisha D.

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 large egg, beaten
3 ½ tablespoons cornstarch, divided
¾ teaspoon salt
1 dash ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
1 cup pineapple juice, or as needed
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup water
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup white vinegar
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons soy sauce
2 green bell peppers, cut into thin strips
2 cups hot cooked white rice

Steps:

  • Combine ground beef, onion, egg, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Use a cookie scoop to shape into meatballs.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook, turning often, until browned and no longer pink in the centers, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove meatballs from the skillet and drain oil, reserving 1 1/2 tablespoons of drippings.
  • Drain pineapple chunks from the can, reserving juice; set pineapple aside. Add enough additional pineapple juice to make 1 1/2 cups total.
  • Combine pineapple juice, sugar, 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon water, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons vinegar, soy sauce, and remaining 2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch in a bowl; mix well. Stir into drippings in the skillet.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Add meatballs, pineapple chunks, and bell peppers. Cook until thoroughly heated, coating well, about 5 minutes. Serve over hot cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.3 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 78.3 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 16.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 575.6 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

SAUCY SWEET & SOUR PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS



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This dish is great as an appetizer, or add some red and green peppers and serve over rice and you have a meal. This recipe has been used in my family since I was a kid--not too sure where it came from aside from my mom. It also works very well in a crock pot if you have several hours to let the sauce sit and thicken.

Provided by Canadian Pixie

Categories     Pineapple

Time 45m

Yield 46-56 small meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 egg
2 -3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons onions, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
rosemary (optional)
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (540 ml) can pineapple tidbits in syrup
1/3 cup vinegar
1 tablespoon soya sauce
1 green pepper, coarsely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix together all meatball ingredients until thoroughly combined.
  • Form into balls. For appetizer make smaller balls, for meal make larger balls.
  • Place on baking sheet and bake at approx 350°F until brown (15-20 minutes depending on size of meatballs).
  • To make sauce, mix brown sugar and cornstarch in skillet.
  • Stir in pineapple (with syrup), vinegar and soya sauce. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly, then reduce heat.
  • Add meatballs, cover and simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
  • Add peppers and simmer approximately 5 minutes more.

SWEET AND SOUR PINEAPPLE MEATBALLS



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A delicious appetizer that can be made a day ahead and reheated just before serving. A touch of the tropics! Posted for ZWT3

Provided by Julie Bs Hive

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 lb ground beef
1/4 cup dry breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons chopped onions
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
butter or margarine
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium red peppers or 1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup catsup
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks (reserve syrup)
2 tablespoons sherry wine (optional)
chopped green onion (to garnish)

Steps:

  • MAKE MEATBALLS:.
  • Prepare meatballs by combining all ingredients (except the butter) and mixing well. Form into small meatballs.
  • Fry the meatballs in butter a few at a time until browned and cooked through. Drain well, set aside.
  • MAKE SAUCE:.
  • Prepare sauce by heating oil in a skillet. Add salt, onion and red or green pepper and cook until tender but not browned. Drain oil.
  • Combine catsup and vinegar and stir into the onion & pepper mixture.
  • Make a paste with the cornstarch and reserved pineapple syrup. Add to the vegetable mixture and cook, stirring, 5 minutes or until thickened.
  • Stir in pineapple chunks and sherry. Simmer 3 minutes then add the meatballs. Heat through.
  • Transfer to serving bowl. Garnish with chopped green onion and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.5, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 9.3, Cholesterol 187.1, Sodium 1769.4, Carbohydrate 56.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 36.5, Protein 29.8

LANA'S SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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A wonderful savory meatball and sweet sauce recipe that works as a main dish, or you can use just the meatball recipe part for parties. I recommend serving over white rice.

Provided by LANAN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 eggs
1 cup dry bread crumbs
½ cup finely chopped onion
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
⅓ cup water
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon seasoning salt
1 large carrot, diced
1 large green bell pepper, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a large, shallow baking sheet.
  • In a large bowl, thoroughly mix the ground beef, eggs, bread crumbs and onion. Sprinkle with ginger, seasoning salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and sugar. Shape into one inch balls.
  • Place meatballs in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes; set aside.
  • To make the sauce, mix enough water with the reserved pineapple juice to make 1 cup. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the juice mixture, 1/3 cup water, vinegar, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir in cornstarch, ginger and seasoning salt, until smooth. Cover and cook until thickened.
  • Stir pineapple chunks, carrot, green pepper and meatballs into the sauce. Gently stir to coat the meatballs with the sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes, or until meatballs are thoroughly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 124 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 479.3 mg, Sugar 27.1 g

SAVORY SWEET-AND-SOUR MEATBALLS



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Looking for a savory recipe that combines a hint of pineapple and a dash of soy sauce? These meatballs contrast those flavors in a delightful way. My husband and two young sons request them often. -Joyce Penney of St. Mary's, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks
1 egg
1 cup soft bread crumbs
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 teaspoons canola oil
2 large green peppers
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
6 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice (discarding remaining juice or save for another use). Set the juice and pineapple aside. In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 40 meatballs., In a nonstick skillet, brown meatballs in oil; drain. Cut green peppers into chunks. Add broth, peppers and reserved pineapple to meatballs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the vinegar, soy sauce and reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Add to meatball mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 755mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh pineapple. If you don't have fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple, but be sure to drain it well before using.
  • To make the meatballs more tender, soak them in milk for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you don't have ketchup, you can use tomato sauce instead.
  • Serve the meatballs over rice or noodles.
  • These meatballs can be made ahead of time and reheated later. To reheat, simply place them in a saucepan over low heat and simmer until warmed through.

Conclusion:

This saucy sweet and sour pineapple meatballs recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet, sour, and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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