Best 13 Sweet N Sassy Meatballs Recipes

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate culinary delight - sweet n sassy meatballs! These delectable morsels, bursting with a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors, will leave you craving more. Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a weeknight dinner solution, or simply seeking a new culinary adventure, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect sweet n sassy meatballs.

Here are our top 13 tried and tested recipes!

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 'N' SASSY MEATBALLS



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When Dawn Onuffer, Crestview, Florida, declares, "The buffet is open," guests make a beeline for the meatballs. "The combination of lean turkey, sausage, chili sauce and preserves is scrumptious!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons plus 1 cup chili sauce, divided
1 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground turkey
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1/2 cup reduced-sugar apricot preserves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the eggs, Worcestershire sauce and 2 tablespoons chili sauce. Stir in the bread crumbs, onion, oregano, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Crumble turkey and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place on a rack coated with cooking spray in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. , In a large bowl, combine apricot preserves and remaining chili sauce. Add meatballs and toss gently. Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until glazed, stirring every 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET AND SPICY MEATBALLS



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 30 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet and rack
1/2 pound ground beef
1/2 pound ground pork
One 4-ounce can diced hot jalapeños, drained
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 large egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
One 10-ounce jar pepper jelly, preferably Tabasco Mild Jalapeño Pepper Jelly
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup bloody mary mix
1/4 cup pomegranate juice
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup pomegranate seeds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Fit a baking sheet with a wire rack and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Place the ground beef and pork in a large bowl. Add the diced jalapeños, breadcrumbs, granulated garlic, egg, onion, 1 tablespoon pepper jelly and some salt and pepper and gently fold this mixture together.
  • Using a small scoop, roll a tablespoon of the meat mixture into a ball. Place on the prepared wire rack and repeat until all of the meat has been shaped into balls. Roast the meatballs until slightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the glaze. Combine the bloody mary mix, pomegranate juice, light brown sugar and remaining pepper jelly (about 3/4 cup) in a small saucepot. Boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the jelly has dissolved and the sauce has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and pour into a large mixing bowl to cool. (The glaze will thicken as it cools.)
  • Transfer the hot meatballs to the large bowl with the glaze and gently toss until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with the pomegranate seeds.

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 'N' SPICY MEATBALLS



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You'll usually find a batch of these meatballs in my freezer. The slightly sweet sauce nicely complements the spicy pork sausage. -Genie Brown, Roanoke, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds bulk spicy pork sausage
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup red wine vinegar
1 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine sausage and egg. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sugar is dissolved., Transfer meatballs to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the sauce and stir gently to coat. Cover and keep warm on low until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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

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 'N' SAUCY MEATBALLS



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I got the recipe for these meatballs from one of my husband's parishioners, and I have modified it over the years. I usually double it to accommodate our big family of eight.-Kim Brandt, Lovell, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/4 cups ketchup
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine egg and oats. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , Place in a lightly greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Combine water, ketchup and sugar; pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SWEET AND SOUR MEATBALLS IV



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These flavor packed meatballs are easy to make, and sure to be a hit with your family! Serve them over rice.

Provided by MEMBER81872

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Meatball Appetizer Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 teaspoons beef bouillon granules, divided
¼ cup boiling water
1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 cup dry bread crumbs
¾ cup minced onion
1 egg
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained with juice reserved
⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 green bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, dissolve 2 teaspoons of the bouillon granules in 1/4 cup boiling water. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumbs, onion, and egg. Mix in the dissolved bouillon. Shape into meatballs, about 1 to 2 inches in diameter.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown the meatballs on all sides. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup of the reserved pineapple juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, remaining beef bouillon granules, and ginger. Pour into the pan with meatballs. Cover, and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine remaining pineapple juice and cornstarch. Stir into meatball mixture, and simmer until thickened. Add green pepper and pineapple chunks; heat thoroughly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 116.3 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 25.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 894.6 mg, Sugar 23.5 g

SWEET AND SASSY MEATBALLS



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Make and share this Sweet and Sassy Meatballs recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Meat

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium sweet potato, peeled and coarsely chopped
3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thick chunks
2 -3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large egg, beaten
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup orange puree
2 tablespoons jam, no-sugar (strawberry, grape or seedless raspberry)
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup wheat germ
1 lb lean ground beef

Steps:

  • Orange Puree: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sweet potato and carrots and enough cool water to cover the vegetables. Bring to a boil and cook for about 20 minutes or until the carrots are very tender.
  • Drain vegetables, then transfer them to a food processor. Add 2 tablespoons of the water.
  • Purée on high until very smooth. Stop as needed to scape sides of bowl. If needed, add another tablespoon of water to ensure a smooth consistency.
  • The purée can be refrigerated for up to 3 days, or frozen in 1/4 cup portions for up to 3 months.
  • Meatballs: Heat oven to 350°F Use oil to coat a rimmed baking sheet. In a large bowl, whisk together egg, garlic, ginger, orange purée, jam, ketchup, salt and wheat germ. Add ground meat and mix with your hands until well combined.
  • Using damp hands, pinch off large tablespoons of the meat mixture and gently shape into balls. Arrange meatballs on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, then use a spatula to flip meatballs and cook for another 10 minutes or until browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.1, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 126.6, Sodium 377.1, Carbohydrate 31.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 10.1, Protein 30.5

SWEET 'N' TANGY MEATBALLS



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A friend from church gave me this recipe. It's one of my all time favorites.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup soft bread crumbs
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/4 pound bulk pork sausage
1/4 pound ground beef
SAUCE:
3/4 cup ketchup
2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
Hot cooked noodles or rice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble meat over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 13-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain. , In a large skillet, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce; add the meatballs. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes or until heated through and sauce is thickened. Serve with noodles or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 2630mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SWEET 'N' SOUR APPETIZER MEATBALLS



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Since a friend shared this recipe with me several years ago, I've fixed it many times. The tangy meatballs also make a great main dish served with potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 egg
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1 envelope onion soup mix
2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (5-1/2 ounces each) apricot nectar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, oats and soup mix. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-in. balls. , Place 1 in. apart on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until no longer pink. Drain on paper towels., In a large skillet, combine the apricot nectar, brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar, mustard and horseradish. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add meatballs; simmer 15 minutes longer or until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

PATRICIA'S SWEET N SOUR MEATBALLS



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This is a recipe my host mum and dad in New Zealand prepared for us for dinner. Delish! They taste even better the second day. In my opinion, they are more sweet than sweet and sour, but still very good. The original recipe also called for 2 T black sauce, but I had no idea what that ingredient actually was, so I left it out. Prep and cooking time is approximate.

Provided by LadyNomad

Categories     Meat

Time 35m

Yield 30 meatballs, 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef (I used a 50/50 mix of beef and turkey)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 egg, beaten
1 (1 7/8 ounce) packet mushroom soup mix or 1 (1 7/8 ounce) packet mushroom-onion soup mix
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup tomato sauce or 1 cup tomato juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons malt vinegar
2/3 cup water
1 1/2 teaspoons plum sauce (optional, found in the Asian food section of the supermarket)
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Mix together ingredients for meatballs and roll into small balls.
  • Brown meatballs in a large skillet.
  • Combine ingredients for sauce and pour over meatballs in skillet.
  • Bring to a boil and cook until meatballs are fully cooked (internal temperature of 160° Fahrenheit/71° Celsius).
  • Serve with rice or baked potatoes to soak up the extra sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 909.7, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 112.1, Sodium 5061.8, Carbohydrate 109.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 46.9, Protein 30.6

Tips:

  • Use a combination of ground beef and pork for the meatballs. This will give them a more flavorful and moist texture.
  • Add some bread crumbs to the meatball mixture. This will help to bind the ingredients together and prevent the meatballs from becoming dry.
  • Season the meatballs generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. You can also add other spices, such as Italian seasoning or onion powder, to taste.
  • Brown the meatballs in a skillet before adding them to the sauce. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent them from becoming dry.
  • Use a flavorful sauce for the meatballs. A simple tomato sauce or a more complex sauce with vegetables and herbs will work well.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the meatballs with spaghetti, rice, or mashed potatoes. You can also use them as a filling for sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

Sweet and sassy meatballs are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love.

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