Description
Sweet and sour meatballs are a delightful fusion of tangy and sweet flavors that will impress everyone around the table. Perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep, these versatile meatballs deliver a burst of flavor in every bite. Juicy beef or turkey meatballs are enveloped in a luscious sauce made from ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweetness. Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients, this dish suits cooks of any skill level. Enjoy them on their own, over rice, or as a fun appetizer at your next gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch, dissolved in 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
- Sliced green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Fresh pineapple chunks for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef (or turkey/chicken), breadcrumbs, milk, egg, onion, garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until cooked through.
- For the sauce, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, and optional pineapple juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until mixed well.
- Add baked meatballs to the saucepan and coat evenly with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh pineapple chunks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg