Hawaiian Meatballs
Transport your taste buds to the tropics with these irresistible Hawaiian Meatballs, a sweet-and-savory fusion that's perfect for weeknight dinners or party appetizers. Juicy meatballs, made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, are baked to perfection and then simmered in a luscious glaze crafted from tangy pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, and a hint of soy sauce. Tossed with vibrant chunks of sautéed green and red bell peppers and sweet pineapple tidbits, this dish balances bold flavors and fresh ingredients beautifully. Serve these saucy meatballs over fluffy steamed rice for a hearty main course or skewer them for an eye-catching appetizer that’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you're craving island-inspired comfort food or simply looking for a new dinner idea, these Hawaiian Meatballs deliver an unforgettable flavor adventure.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 0.5 lb ground pork
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple chunks)
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Using your hands, roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, and rice vinegar. Whisk until smooth and bring to a simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until a slurry forms. Slowly whisk this into the simmering sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
Cut the green and red bell peppers into bite-sized chunks. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the peppers for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
Add the baked meatballs to the skillet with the peppers, followed by the pineapple chunks and the sauce. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for 5-7 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld together.
Serve the Hawaiian meatballs warm over steamed rice or as a standalone dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2619 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 153.2 g | 196% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.6 g | 273% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 725 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 4612 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 165.6 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.0 g | ||
| Protein | 155.1 g | 310% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2303 mg | 49% | |
*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.
