Kittencal's Easy Sweet and Sour Pineapple Meatballs
Bursting with tropical flavor and comforting homemade goodness, Kittencal's Easy Sweet and Sour Pineapple Meatballs are a must-try for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Juicy, tender meatballs are seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion, then simmered in a luscious sweet and tangy sauce made with pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, and a hint of soy sauce. Tossed with vibrant bell peppers and succulent pineapple chunks, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in under an hour, it's perfect served over fluffy steamed rice or noodles for a family-friendly dinner that’s as easy as it is irresistible. If you're looking for a quick and satisfying way to bring bold flavors to your table, this is the recipe for you!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup milk
- 0.5 cup onion, finely minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (in juice)
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 0.33 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 0.25 cup water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, minced onion, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
Step 2
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside on a plate.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs, cooking in batches if necessary, and brown them on all sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the meatballs and drain any excess grease from the skillet.
Step 4
Drain the juice from the pineapple chunks into a bowl and set the pineapple chunks aside.
Step 5
In the bowl with the pineapple juice, whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, white vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch until smooth.
Step 6
Return the skillet to medium heat and add the diced bell pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Step 7
Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring it to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
Step 8
Gently return the meatballs to the skillet and add the reserved pineapple chunks. Mix to coat the meatballs in the sauce and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and everything is heated.
Step 9
Serve the sweet and sour pineapple meatballs over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1278.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2349.3 |
| Total Fat 132.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 44.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g | |
| Cholesterol 542.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5622.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 194.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 91.6g | |
| Protein 114.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 112.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 308.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2058.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories