Sweet Sour Meatballs Ii
Get ready to delight your taste buds with Sweet Sour Meatballs II, a family-favorite recipe that seamlessly blends savory and tangy flavors into one irresistible dish. Perfectly seasoned ground beef meatballs are browned to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious sweet-and-sour sauce made with brown sugar, white vinegar, ketchup, and soy sauce. The addition of a cornstarch slurry ensures a velvety-smooth texture that clings to every bite. This easy-to-make dish comes together in under an hour, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or casual dinner parties. Serve these flavorful meatballs over steamed rice or tender noodles, and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds for an extra touch of elegance. Whether you're craving comfort food or a bold flavor infusion, these Sweet Sour Meatballs will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Minced onion
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup White vinegar
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and minced onion. Mix thoroughly using clean hands or a spoon until well combined.
Step 2
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside on a plate.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking them until browned on all sides, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate and set aside.
Step 4
In the same skillet, combine the brown sugar, white vinegar, ketchup, soy sauce, and water. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to form a slurry. Gradually add the slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 6
Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce, ensuring they are fully coated. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the meatballs simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Serve the sweet-and-sour meatballs hot over rice or noodles, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (918.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1685.5 |
| Total Fat 91.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 520.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3286.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 134.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 85.7g | |
| Protein 92.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1380.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories