Meatballs Stuffed with Pineapple Chunks

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Meatballs Stuffed with Pineapple Chunks—a mouthwatering fusion of savory and sweet flavors that’s perfect for any occasion. These tender, seasoned meatballs are made with a blend of ground beef, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and Worcestershire sauce, then stuffed with juicy pineapple chunks for a tropical twist. After being browned to perfection and baked, they’re brushed with a sticky soy-honey glaze that adds a delectable finish. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a unique main dish served over rice, this recipe is simple to prepare and packs bold, unexpected flavors in every bite. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking to spice up your dinner menu, these glazed pineapple-stuffed meatballs will steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 100 grams Breadcrumbs
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 150 grams Pineapple chunks
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Ketchup

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it into a disc in the palm of your hand. Place a pineapple chunk in the center, then fold the meat mixture around it to form a ball, ensuring the pineapple is fully enclosed.

Step 4

Repeat the process until all the meat mixture is used. You should have approximately 20 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and sear until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Remove them from the skillet and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 74°C or 165°F).

Step 7

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, and ketchup. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are done cooking, remove them from the oven and brush them generously with the glaze.

Step 9

Serve the glazed meatballs warm as an appetizer, snack, or over rice for a complete meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1072.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2336.0

Total Fat 145.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 623.5mg	0%
Sodium 6688.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 63.9g
Protein 130.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 750.3mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1832.5mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 24.9%