Forevermama's Sweet and Sour Meatballs Asian Style

Bring a burst of flavor to your table with *Forevermama's Sweet and Sour Meatballs Asian Style*! This irresistible recipe combines tender, juicy meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef and pork with the vibrant flavors of garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Coated in a luscious sweet and tangy sauce featuring pineapple juice, rice vinegar, and ketchup, these meatballs are perfectly balanced by the subtle crunch of red and green bell peppers. Quick to prepare and bursting with Asian-inspired flavors, this versatile dish is ideal served over fluffy steamed rice or noodles, making it a crowd-pleasing option for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this hearty, family-friendly recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Pineapple juice
• 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, finely chopped green onions, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate or baking sheet.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.

Step 4

Cook the meatballs in batches, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and pineapple juice. Stir well and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.

Step 7

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Add the chopped red and green bell peppers to the sauce and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until they are slightly softened.

Step 9

Return the meatballs to the skillet and stir to coat them in the sauce. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to ensure the meatballs are warmed through.

Step 10

Serve the sweet and sour meatballs hot over steamed rice or noodles, garnished with additional chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1537.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2671.3

Total Fat 165.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g
Cholesterol 724.7mg	0%
Sodium 4251.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 154.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 87.1g
Protein 155.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 270.5mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2069.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 22.7%