Ham Balls with Hawaiian Punch Sauce
Transform your dinner table into a tropical escape with these sweet and savory Ham Balls with Hawaiian Punch Sauce! This unique recipe pairs tender, juicy ham and pork meatballs with a glossy sauce made from tangy Hawaiian fruit punch, ketchup, and soy sauce for a flavor-packed dish that’s truly unforgettable. The delicate balance of salty and sweet, combined with the playful pop of tropical fruit flavor, makes these ham balls perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a standout main dish when served over fluffy steamed rice. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is a delicious fusion of comfort food and island-inspired cuisine that’s bound to leave your guests asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground ham
- 1 lb Ground pork
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1.5 cups Hawaiian fruit punch
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish or sheet pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ham, ground pork, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
Using your hands, form the mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place them in the prepared baking dish, leaving space between each ball.
Bake the ham balls in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
While the ham balls are baking, prepare the Hawaiian Punch sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the Hawaiian fruit punch, ketchup, and soy sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the sauce to thicken it. Let the sauce simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Once the ham balls are cooked, transfer them to a large serving bowl and pour the warm Hawaiian Punch sauce over the top, tossing gently to coat all the ham balls.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or over steamed rice as a main dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.2 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.1 g | 260% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1041 mg | 347% | |
| Sodium | 9278 mg | 403% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.0 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 119.2 g | ||
| Protein | 226.0 g | 452% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 471 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1676 mg | 36% | |
*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.
