Momma Liz's Sweet Sour Meatballs
Bring bold flavor to your table with Momma Liz’s Sweet Sour Meatballs, a family-favorite recipe that masterfully balances tangy, sweet, and savory notes. Juicy, tender meatballs made from seasoned ground beef are browned to perfection and then simmered in a luscious homemade sauce featuring ketchup, pineapple juice, soy sauce, and a hint of brown sugar for a delightful caramelized sweetness. A cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to create the perfect glaze for these irresistible meatballs. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dish is versatile enough to serve over fluffy white rice, toss with noodles, or present as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe will leave everyone reaching for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup ketchup
- 0.5 cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Step 2
Using clean hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the meatballs to the skillet in a single layer, and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, combine ketchup, pineapple juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. Stir until the sauce is smooth.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the sauce while stirring, allowing it to thicken.
Step 7
Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss them in the sauce, ensuring they are fully coated.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 10-12 minutes, or until fully cooked through.
Step 9
Serve hot over steamed white rice, noodles, or as an appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1156.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2180.3 |
| Total Fat 129.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 43.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 18.8g | |
| Cholesterol 587.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4655.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 167.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 101.2g | |
| Protein 97.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 283.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1727.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories