Best 3 Sweet And Sour Turkey Meatballs Recipes

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Cooking delectable sweet and sour turkey meatballs is a culinary adventure that tantalizes taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy flavors. This dish, bursting with bold yet balanced notes, is not only a delightful treat but also a versatile addition to any meal. Whether you seek a main course, an appetizer, or a party snack, these meatballs, coated in a luscious sweet and sour sauce, promise to leave a lasting impression. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where crispy, tender turkey meatballs become the stars of the show, enveloped in a vibrant sauce that offers a delightful interplay of flavors.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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I'm always looking for recipes that are big on taste, but quick and easy to prepare, with little clean up. This one has it all. It's my son's favorite recipe and he requests it whenever he comes home to visit. I often double the recipe so that we have leftovers for the next day's lunches. -Michele Orthner, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 large onion, chopped
2 large carrots, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup ketchup
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup fat-free milk
1 slice white bread, torn into small pieces
1/2 cup shredded zucchini
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 pound lean ground turkey
2 cups uncooked instant brown rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, saute the onion, carrots and green pepper in oil until tender. Add the tomato sauce, broth, pineapple, brown sugar, vinegar and ketchup. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the egg, milk, bread, zucchini, garlic powder, pepper and salt. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into 2-in. balls. Carefully add to tomato mixture. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink., Add rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 991mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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These are sweet are sour turkey meatballs that you will love. They are easy to make and delicious. Can be eaten with rice or noodles.

Provided by Jess Sargent

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Turkey     Ground Turkey Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds ground turkey
⅔ cup rolled oats
⅓ cup dry bread crumbs
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 (12 ounce) bottle sweet and sour sauce
water as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix ground turkey with oats, bread crumbs, garlic salt, 1/2 of the sweet and sour sauce, and some water in a bowl. Roll into balls of desired size with your hands. Place meatballs on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour remaining sauce over meatballs, or reserve for dipping.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown on top, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 83.8 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 474 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SWEET-AND-SOUR TURKEY MEATBALLS



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Categories     turkey     Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium-size onion, chopped
1 sweet green pepper, chopped
1 large carrot, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, packed in juice
1/4 cup ketchup
1 slice white bread
2 tablespoons milk
3/4 pound ground turkey
1/2 medium-size zucchini, shredded
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups quick-cook rice

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in large skillet. Add onion, green pepper and carrot; saute 5 minutes, until onion is softened. 2. Stir in broth, tomato sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, pineapple with juice and ketchup. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender. 3. Meanwhile, soak bread in milk in large bowl until milk is absorbed. Add turkey, zucchini, egg, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Shape turkey mixture into 12 meatballs, about 2 tablespoons each. 4. Drop meatballs into simmering sauce; simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until cooked through; turn over once during cooking. 5. Remove from heat. Stir in rice; cover; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff rice with fork before serving. Makes 4 servings.

Tips:

  • Use ground turkey that is at least 85% lean for the best results.
  • If you don't have hoisin sauce, you can substitute a mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar.
  • To make the meatballs even more flavorful, brown them in a pan before baking them in the oven.
  • Serve the meatballs with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

These sweet and sour turkey meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. They are also a great way to use up leftover turkey. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly sweet and tangy. Serve them with rice, noodles, or vegetables for a complete meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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