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Sweet & Sour Meatballs

Sweet & Sour Meatballs

This classic sweet & sour meatballs recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful meal, featuring tender meatballs coated in a tangy sauce.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks drained
  • 0.75 cup sweet and sour sauce
  • 0.25 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 0.25 cup chopped onion
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix until well combined.
  • Form the mixture into 12 evenly sized meatballs.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
  • Add chopped bell pepper and onion to the skillet. Cook for 3 minutes until softened.
  • Pour sweet and sour sauce over meatballs and vegetables. Stir gently to coat.
  • Add pineapple chunks and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens and meatballs are cooked through.
  • Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture or sauce.