POLYNESIAN MEATBALLS

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Something different ! Pineapple, ground chicken or turkey, spice and orange marmalade ~ over rice !!!!! Got this recipe from a magazine advertising Minute rice and Dole crushed pineapple ~ had to try!

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can(s) (20 oz. dole) crushed pineapple, divided
1 pkg (20 oz) ground turkey or chicken
2 c minute brown rice , uncooked
3/4 c green onions, thinly sliced and divided
1/2 c teriyaki sauce, divided
1 egg (lightly beaten)
1 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
2 Tbsp orange marmalade

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F Drain 1/2 cup crushed pineapple for meatballs. Reserve remaining pineapple and juice for the sauce. Combine ground turkey or chicken, rice, 1/2 cup pineapple, 1/2 green onions, 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce, egg, ginger and nutmeg in large bowl. Mix well.
  • 2. Scoop mixture and gently roll into desired meatball size, place meatballs on alumiun foil-lined baking sheet with sides. Bake 25-30 minutes or until meatballs are done.
  • 3. While meatballs are baking to make sauce: Combine remaining pineapple and juice, remaining 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce and the 2 tablespoons of orange marmalade in medium saucepan, heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup green onions.
  • 4. Top cooked meatballs with sauce, Serve over hot cooked rice with additional green onions and garnish with pineapple chunks, if desired Serves 6-8

Smangele Tembe
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I highly recommend these meatballs to anyone who loves Polynesian food or who is looking for a new and flavorful meatball recipe. You won't be disappointed!


Pathan
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Overall, I give these meatballs a 5 out of 5 stars. They are easy to make, delicious, and versatile. I will definitely be making these meatballs again and again.


Abenezer Lema
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These meatballs are also freezer-friendly. I often make a double batch and then freeze half of them for later. When I'm short on time, I just thaw the meatballs and reheat them. They taste just as good as when they were first made.


Dale Louw
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These meatballs are so versatile. You can serve them with rice, noodles, or vegetables. You can also use them in sandwiches or wraps. I love that I can make a big batch of meatballs and then use them in different ways throughout the week.


Otemah Abena Oppong
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My kids loved these meatballs! They ate them all up and even asked for seconds. The meatballs were so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making these meatballs again for my kids.


Karen catleah Padilla
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I got creative with these meatballs and added some of my own ingredients. I added some chopped pineapple to the sauce and I used a mixture of ground beef and ground pork. The meatballs were so flavorful and the sauce was so delicious. I will definite


Eman Shahid
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I made these meatballs with a few healthier substitutions and they were still delicious. I used ground turkey instead of beef and I used a sugar-free ketchup. The meatballs were still moist and flavorful and the sauce was still sweet and sour. I will


Aj Kj
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These meatballs are very budget-friendly. The ingredients are all very affordable and you can easily make a large batch of meatballs for a crowd. I served them with rice and vegetables and it was a very filling and satisfying meal.


Hamza Fatayri
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I made these meatballs on a weeknight and they were a lifesaver. They were so quick and easy to make and they tasted delicious. I served them with rice and vegetables and my family loved them. I will definitely be making these again on a busy weeknig


Aziz Gujjar
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I made these meatballs for a tailgate party and they were a hit. They were so easy to make and they traveled well. The meatballs stayed moist and the sauce didn't get too messy. I will definitely be making these again for my next tailgate party.


Kelly Holmes
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I made these meatballs for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them! They were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I will definitely be making these again for my next party.


Kankunda Enid
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I prefer savory dishes and these meatballs definitely hit the spot. The sauce was rich and flavorful and the meatballs were so moist and tender. I will definitely be making these again.


Elemental Domino
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I have a sweet tooth and these meatballs were the perfect combination of sweet and sour. The sauce was so flavorful and the meatballs were so tender. I will definitely be making these again.


Sandip Editz
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I love trying new recipes and these meatballs definitely did not disappoint. The combination of flavors was unique and delicious. I especially loved the pineapple in the sauce. I will definitely be making these again.


Olami Jaf
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these meatballs without any problems. They were so easy to follow and the meatballs came out great. I will definitely be making these again.


vicky joseph
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I've made these meatballs several times now and they are always a crowd-pleaser. They are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. The sauce is also delicious and I love serving it over rice.


md rohul
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These meatballs were a hit at my party! They were so moist and flavorful. I loved the combination of sweet and sour sauce with the tender meatballs. I will definitely be making these again.


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