Best 8 Zippy Sweet And Sour Meat Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of "Zippy Sweet and Sour Meat Loaf," a culinary masterpiece that harmonizes two distinct taste profiles into one sensational dish. This meatloaf adventure combines the comforting texture of a savory meatloaf with the vibrant, tangy notes of a sweet and sour sauce, resulting in an irresistible main course that will leave your palate craving more. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of crafting this delectable dish, ensuring a memorable and satisfying dining experience for you and your loved ones.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ZIPPY SWEET-AND-SOUR MEAT LOAF



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Put this zippy twist on your meatloaf dinner. It is a sweet and sour taste which will delight your family. They will be requesting all the time.-Deb Thompson, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large egg, lightly beaten
5 tablespoons ketchup, divided
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons onion soup mix
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the egg, 2 tablespoons ketchup, mustard, bread crumbs, dry soup mix, salt and pepper. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into an oval loaf., Place in a shallow 1-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes; let rest 5 minutes. Microwave 1-3 minutes longer until no pink remains and a thermometer reads 160°; drain. , Meanwhile in a small bowl, combine the sugars, vinegar and remaining ketchup; drizzle over meat loaf. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 944mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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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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

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 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.

SWEET AND SPICY MEATLOAF



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This spicy meat loaf is not only super easy, it's also something that both kids and adults will love!! Take it from someone who has the world's pickiest family. You can either use the remaining barbeque sauce on top of the loaf before baking, or serve it on the side after the meal is cooked.

Provided by ALEAYHA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Meatloaf Recipes     Beef Meatloaf Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds lean ground beef
2 eggs
½ onion, chopped
⅔ (18 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 cup Salsa Verde flavored tortilla chips, crushed
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix ground beef, eggs, onion, barbeque sauce, green bell pepper, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, Salsa Verde flavored tortilla chips and Worcestershire sauce. Shape into a loaf and place in an 11x7 inch baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 75 to 90 minutes, or until center of the loaf is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.6 calories, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 131.6 mg, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.9 g, Sodium 967.7 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

Tips:

  • For a tangy and flavorful meatloaf, use a combination of ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce for the glaze. You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your taste preferences.
  • To add a bit of smokiness to the meatloaf, use smoked paprika or liquid smoke in the glaze. This will give the meatloaf a delicious and complex flavor.
  • If you want a crispy and caramelized crust on your meatloaf, brush it with a mixture of melted butter and brown sugar before baking. This will help the meatloaf develop a beautiful glaze and prevent it from drying out.
  • To ensure that the meatloaf is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The meatloaf should reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) before it is safe to eat.
  • Let the meatloaf rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meatloaf, resulting in a moist and flavorful slice.

Conclusion:

Zippy Sweet and Sour Meatloaf is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its tangy and flavorful glaze, crispy crust, and moist interior, this meatloaf is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give Zippy Sweet and Sour Meatloaf a try. You won't be disappointed!

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