Sweet and Sour Plum Meatballs

Transform your dinner table with these irresistible Sweet and Sour Plum Meatballs, a delightful fusion of savory and tangy flavors. Made from a tender blend of ground beef and pork, these juicy meatballs are infused with garlic, grated onion, and a touch of breadcrumbs for the perfect texture. The star of the dish is the luscious plum sauce, crafted with plum jam, soy sauce, honey, and a hint of ginger for a bold, sweet-and-sour finish. Each bite is coated in the glossy sauce and garnished with vibrant green onions and sesame seeds for an elegant touch. Quick to make in under 45 minutes, they’re perfect as a hearty main served over steamed rice or a show-stopping party appetizer. Comforting yet elevated, these meatballs are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

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
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 cup Onion, finely grated
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil (for browning)
• 0.5 cup Plum jam
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 tsp Cornstarch
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, minced garlic, grated onion, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, approximately 20-24 meatballs in total, and set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the plum jam, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, tomato paste, grated ginger, and water. Stir well to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 5

Make a slurry by mixing the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl. Add the slurry to the sauce and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet and toss them in the sauce until fully coated. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are cooked through, remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and spoon any remaining sauce over the top.

Step 8

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy as a main dish with steamed rice or as an appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1269.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2846.1

Total Fat 172.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 750.3mg	0%
Sodium 4954.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 129.1g
Protein 152.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 448.7mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 2003.1mg	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: 21.1%

Carbs: 25.2%