Best 15 Sweet And Sour Potted Meatballs Recipes

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Sweet and sour potted meatballs, a classic dish bursting with rich, tangy flavors, is a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds. This delectable dish, rooted in the traditions of Chinese cuisine, has captivated palates worldwide with its harmonious blend of sweet and sour notes, tender meatballs, and an aromatic sauce that coats each bite in a symphony of flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an enthusiastic home cook seeking a culinary adventure, this guide will unveil the secrets to crafting the perfect sweet and sour potted meatballs, ensuring a delightful and memorable dining experience.

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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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These meatballs are slow-cooked in a sweet and sour sauce.

Provided by Tammy Moore

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle chile sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
9 ounces grape jelly
1 pound lean ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1 large onion, grated
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together the chili sauce, lemon juice and grape jelly. Pour into slow cooker and simmer over low heat until warm.
  • Combine ground beef, egg, onion and salt. Mix well and form into 1 inch balls. Add to sauce and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 37.6 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 8.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 22.2 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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A family favorite sweet and sour meatballs. Great pot luck recipe; keep warm in a crockpot on low. Recipe can be doubled. Cook, cool and freeze half.

Provided by foodtvfan

Categories     Meat

Time 1h45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 slices fresh white breadcrumbs, finely chopped
2 tablespoons onions, finely minced
1 lb hamburger
salt and pepper
1 dash poultry seasoning
1 large egg
1/4 cup evaporated milk, up to 1/3 cup
cornstarch
vegetable oil
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 (10 ounce) can beef consomme, undiluted or 2 (10 ounce) cans beef consomme, undiluted, for less sweet sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare finely chopped fresh white bread crumbs in food processor or blender and place in a large bowl.
  • Prepare finely minced onion in a food processor. Add to crumbs in bowl.
  • Add hamburger to crumbs and onion.
  • Add salt and pepper and poultry seasoning to taste.
  • Mix egg and canned milk together.
  • Add egg mixture to meat mixture until it is quite moist.
  • Add a little more canned milk if necessary.
  • Use a teaspoon of mixture for each meatball (or use a tablespoon for larger meatballs).
  • Dampen hands with cold water during rolling, if necessary.
  • Place cornstarch in a shallow bowl or pie plate.
  • Roll each meatball in cornstarch.
  • Place coated meatballs on wax paper.
  • Fry meatballs in hot oil until brown and hard looking.
  • Drain well on a double layer of paper towelling on a cookie sheet.
  • If freezing for later, transfer cooked meatballs, in a single layer, to a cool cookie sheet lined with wax paper.
  • Freeze. Bag, label and date.
  • To continue with recipe, combine sauce ingredients in a large pot.
  • Add additional consommé for less sweetness.
  • Heat sauce until hot.
  • Add meatballs and simmer slowly, uncovered, stirring gently occasionally, for about 45 minutes or 1 hour or until meatballs are glazed and tender.

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Time 1h5m

Yield 38 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (20-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup peach preserves
1 cup chili sauce
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 orange, zested and juiced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Neely Dry Rub
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey
1 shallot, minced
1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1 cup grated Parmesan
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the sweet and sour sauce: Mix the tomato sauce, peach preserves, chili sauce, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, red wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and Neely Dry Rub in a medium saucepan. Simmer while you prepare the meatballs.
  • For the meatballs: Combine the turkey, shallot, panko, Parmesan, egg, parsley, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper together in a large bowl and mix well. Shape the mixture into the size of walnuts and place in a single layer in a 13-by-9-inch casserole dish.
  • Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the meatballs, cover with foil, and bake for 35 minutes. Remove the foil and bake 10 minutes more. Serve with decorative bamboo toothpicks.

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.

EASY CROCK POT SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS



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I think this is a Mr. Food recipe but I saw it made on a news broadcast. It's awesome served with rice and oh so easy!! They used one of those new crock pot liners and so did I and it does make for super quick cleanup.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h5m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (9 -10 ounce) jar sweet and sour sauce
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 1/2 lbs frozen meatballs
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained

Steps:

  • If using liner, place it in a slow cooker bowl, fitting it snugly against the bottom and sides of the bowl; pull top of liner over the bowl rim.
  • Place all ingredients in the slow cooker; stir gently then cover with the lid.
  • Cook on low setting for 7 to 8 hours, or on high setting for 4 to 5 hours, until done.
  • Carefully remove the lid to allow steam to escape.
  • Serve directly from the slow cooker over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Fat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 327.4, Carbohydrate 16.5, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 14.1, Protein 1.2

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 II



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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

1 pound ground beef
1 egg
1 onion, chopped
1 cup dry bread crumbs
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup water
½ cup cider vinegar
½ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce

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

YUMMY SWEET 'N' SOUR MEATBALLS



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My sister served these meatballs as a holiday treat one year. Now, when I make them, someone always asks for the recipe.-Gigi Trapp, Mt. Caramel, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
SAUCE:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, undrained
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 medium green pepper, cut into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; crumble beef over top and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., In a skillet, brown meatballs on all sides, turning often; remove and set aside. Drain fat., For sauce, add the brown sugar and cornstarch to the skillet. Stir in the pineapple, vinegar and soy sauce until blended. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add green pepper; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until tender. Return meatballs to skillet and heat through.

Nutrition Facts :

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 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

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS I



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Meatballs in sweet and sour sauce.

Provided by Tammy Moore

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 5h10m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds ground beef
1 egg
1 onion, chopped
1 pinch salt
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle chili sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 cup grape jelly

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef, egg, onion and salt. Mix together, then shape into little balls.
  • In a slow cooker combine chili sauce, lemon juice and grape jelly. Stir in meatballs and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 136.8 mg, Fat 35.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 98.8 mg, Sugar 29.9 g

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



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These are a consistent favorite with kids, adults and picky eaters. I make my meatballs with Tempo brand mix, but any homemade or good commercial made meatballs will work.

Provided by ReeLani

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 24 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 dozen meatballs (either from your favorite recipe or good commercially prepared ones)
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon catsup
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Place meatballs in a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a small saucepan blend the brown sugar and flour, then add the vinegar, catsup and soy sauce.
  • Stir over medium heat until bubbly and a bit thickened, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour sauce over meatballs in casserole dish.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39, Sodium 94.5, Carbohydrate 9.7, Sugar 9, Protein 0.2

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.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your meatballs.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
  • Shape the meatballs into uniform sizes. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Brown the meatballs before adding them to the sauce. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the meatballs over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour potted meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The meatballs are tender and flavorful, while the sauce is sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy. This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.

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