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Sweet And Sour Meatballs

Sweet And Sour Meatballs – Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Enjoy these Sweet and Sour Meatballs that blend tangy sweetness with savory comfort, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version
  • 1 medium Onion shredded or chopped
  • 2 large Eggs ensures meatballs hold their shape
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh minced garlic can be used
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sweet and Sour Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar can replace with apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low sodium
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste optional but recommended
  • 1/4 cup Pineapple Juice opt for fresh juice if possible
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch substitute with arrowroot powder if desired
For the Vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil can substitute with olive oil
  • 1 cup Red and Green Bell Peppers mix any bell pepper colors
  • 1 cup Pineapple Chunks swap with peaches if desired

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Oven
  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 380°F or your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped onions, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and shape into small meatballs.
  3. Place the meatballs in the air fryer or on a lined baking sheet. Cook in the air fryer for about 10 minutes, or bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Whisk together rice vinegar, brown sugar, chicken broth, ketchup, tomato paste, pineapple juice, and cornstarch until smooth for the sauce.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion and bell peppers for 1-2 minutes, then add minced garlic and stir until fragrant.
  6. Pour the sweet and sour sauce into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables and let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes to thicken.
  7. Gently add the cooked meatballs and pineapple chunks to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Serve the Sweet and Sour Meatballs over rice or noodles and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing meatball ingredients to maintain a tender texture. Always taste your sauce before adding meatballs for adjustments.

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