Best 9 Sweet And Sour Turkey Meat Loaf Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of sweet and sour turkey meatloaf, a culinary fusion of flavors that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This recipe takes a classic comfort dish and infuses it with an explosion of sweet and tangy goodness. Whether you're seeking a flavorful twist on your regular meatloaf routine or are in search of a unique and satisfying main course, this sweet and sour turkey meatloaf will surely hit the spot. Get ready to embark on a delightful journey of taste, as we explore the irresistible essence of this exceptional dish.

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

SWEET-AND-SOUR MEAT LOAF



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My husband and I like basic, hearty meat-and-potatoes meals. The sweet-and-sour flavor adds a deliciously different twist to this longtime standby. -Debbie Haneke, Stafford, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, salt, pepper and eggs; crumble beef over top and mix well. Add onion and half of the tomato sauce. Press into a 9x5-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 350° for 50 minutes. In a saucepan, combine the sugars, vinegar, mustard and remaining tomato sauce; bring to a boil. Pour over meat loaf; bake until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°, about 10 minutes longer., Freeze option: Securely wrap and freeze cooled meat loaf in plastic wrap and foil. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Unwrap meat loaf; reheat on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan in a preheated 350° oven until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR MEATLOAF



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Our family loves this meatloaf! It's covered with a tangy sweet and sour sauce made on the stove. It is very good!

Provided by JOLO

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 eggs
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons prepared mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, salt, ground black pepper, eggs, onion flakes and 1/2 of the can of tomato sauce. Mix together well and place into a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
  • Push the meatloaf down into the pan forming a well for the sauce around all the edges.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, white sugar and mustard. Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
  • After meatloaf has cooked for 40 minutes, remove from oven and pour sauce over the top of the meatloaf.
  • Return to oven and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 more minutes. Let sit 5 minutes before removing from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Cholesterol 158.5 mg, Fat 32.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 988.2 mg, Sugar 25.2 g

SWEET AND SOUR MEATLOAF



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Progresso® Plain Bread Crumbs provides a simple addition to this delicious meatloaf made with ground beef and pork - a delightful dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg
1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 lb. lean ground pork
1/2 cup Progresso™ Plain Bread Crumbs
1/4 cup purchased sweet-and-sour sauce
1 tablespoon instant minced onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic-pepper blend
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons purchased sweet-and-sour sauce
3 or 4 green or red bell pepper rings
3 or 4 drained canned pineapple slices

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Beat egg in large bowl. Add all remaining meatloaf ingredients; mix well. Press mixture firmly in ungreased 8x4-inch loaf pan. Bake at 350°F. for 40 minutes.
  • Remove meatloaf from oven. Spread about 3 tablespoons sweet-and-sour sauce over loaf. Arrange bell pepper rings and pineapple slices over sauce. Brush with remaining tablespoon sauce.
  • Return to oven; bake an additional 25 to 30 minutes or until meatloaf is thoroughly cooked in center and meat thermometer registers 160°F. Cover with foil; let stand 5 minutes before cutting meatloaf into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 7 g

TASTY TURKEY MEATLOAF WITH SAUCE



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After looking at many different turkey meatloaf recipes and not liking any one in particular, I decided to create my own! Add Dijon mustard to sauce for an added flavor.

Provided by Abigail Ranae

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup oats
½ onion, chopped
3 tablespoons pear applesauce
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped onion
¼ cup brown sugar
½ cup barbeque sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®)
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix ground turkey, oats, 1/2 chopped onion, pear applesauce, 3 tablespoons chili powder, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; press into an 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir 2 tablespoons onion until softened and lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir brown sugar, barbeque sauce, and 1 teaspoon chili powder into onion; cook over low heat until sauce is warm, about 5 minutes.
  • Bake meatloaf in the preheated oven, occasionally brushing sauce over the top, until cooked through, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 722.5 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY MEAT LOAF



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"I've made this recipe many times-everyone who tastes it raves about it," writes Dorothy Havner of San Rafael, California. One bite of this moist meat loaf, and you will too!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup tomato sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 tablespoon beaten egg or egg substitute
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon crushed butter-flavored crackers
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 pound lean ground turkey

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar and mustard; set aside. In another bowl, combine the egg, onion, crackers, parsley, salt, pepper and 2 tablespoons reserved tomato mixture. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into a 4x3-in. oval., Place in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with remaining tomato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and a thermometer reads 165°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 587mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET & SOUR TURKEY MEATLOAF



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This creation started out as a weight watchers recipe for sweet and sour meatballs. When it came time for me to roll the 48 little balls, I decided a loaf would be much better, and quicker.

Categories     Poultry

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 spray cooking spray
1 1/2 pound raw extra lean ground turkey or any ground meat combo
3/4 cups rolled oats
2 large egg whites
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 medium garlic clove, minced
2 tbsp dried parsley
2 tsp dried oregano
8 oz canned tomato sauce
2 tbsp Splenda
3 tbsp mustard, spicy brown
1 1/4 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray baking dish with cooking spray or line with aluminum foil.
  • In a medium bowl, combine turkey, oats, egg whites, onion, garlic, parsley and oregano; mix thoroughly. Shape mixture into loaf; place on baking dish.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl. Poke deeps holes in the meatloaf. Pour about half of the sauce over loaf and spread over the top and sides.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, pour the rest of the sauce over the loaf. Bake for an addition 15-20 minutes or until cooked thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Info Servings Per Recipe 8 Amount Per Serving Calories

SWEET AND SAVORY MEATLOAF WITH SWEET AND TANGY GLAZE



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Mix chopped spinach, mushroom and prunes with ground meat and bake up a loaf coated with an apricot-ginger glaze.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 pounds ground meatloaf mix (equal parts ground beef, pork and veal or turkey)
1 cup dried breadcrumbs
1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup chopped cremini mushrooms
1/2 cup pitted prunes, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 clove garlic, minced
1 medium onion, grated
1/2 cup ketchup
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine the meatloaf mix, breadcrumbs, spinach, mushrooms, prunes, dill, parsley, Worcestershire, eggs, garlic, onion, 1/4 cup of the ketchup, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large mixing bowl. Using your hands, mix together until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and form it into a compact oval-shaped loaf, about 9 inches by 5 inches. Bake the meatloaf for 30 minutes.
  • Stir together the apricot preserves, soy sauce, ginger, vinegar and remaining 1/4 cup ketchup in a small bowl for the glaze. Remove the meatloaf from the oven and brush the top and sides all over with the glaze. Return to the oven and bake until the glaze starts to caramelize and a thermometer inserted in the center of the meatloaf registers 160 degrees F, about 25 minutes more. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

SWEET & SOUR MEATLOAF



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I found this recipe in a Quick Cooking magazine. This meat loaf is the best I've ever tried. My husband and my son LOVED it! I think kids would really enjoy this, too.

Provided by Pansori

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg
5 tablespoons ketchup, divided
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
salt
pepper
1 lb ground beef
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, lightly beat the egg.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of ketchup, mustard, bread crumbs, dry soup mix, salt& pepper.
  • Crumble beef over mixture and mix well.
  • Shape into an oval loaf and place in loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 40 minutes.
  • In a small bowl combine the sugars, vinegar and remaining ketchup.
  • Take out meat loaf, spread topping, and bake for 10-15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.4, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 123.6, Sodium 789, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 24.6, Protein 25.4

SWEET AND SOUR MEATLOAF



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It's a little bit sweet a little bit sour and makes the best sandwiches the day after that I have ever tasted. Sometimes you have to make it more then once to make it your own and adjust the sugar to vinegar ratio but it's worth it.

Provided by ChristineD 22

Categories     Meat

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 eggs
1 teaspoon chopped onion
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, divided
0.75 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons mustard
2 tablespoons vinegar
1/4-1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Mix the first five ingredients.
  • Add the onion and 1/4 of the can of tomato sacue.
  • Put into a loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 50 minutes.
  • Meanwhile in a sauce pan combine all of the topping ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Pour over meatloaf.
  • Bake 15 additional minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose lean ground turkey: This will help reduce the amount of fat in the meatloaf.
  • Add vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the meatloaf. Some good choices include onions, carrots, celery, and zucchini.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: This will help to keep the meatloaf moist and flavorful. A good choice is a sweet and sour sauce made with ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and spices.
  • Cook the meatloaf to the proper temperature: This is important to ensure that the meatloaf is cooked through and safe to eat. The internal temperature of the meatloaf should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sour turkey meatloaf is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover turkey, and it can also be made with ground beef or pork. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and satisfying meatloaf that your whole family will enjoy.

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