Hawaiian Sweet Sour Sauce for Meatballs
Add a tropical twist to your dinner table with this irresistible Hawaiian Sweet and Sour Sauce for Meatballs! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of tangy pineapple juice, zesty apple cider vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar, this homemade sauce strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. Fresh bell peppers and juicy pineapple chunks add a delightful pop of color and texture, while a hint of soy sauce lends a rich umami depth. Made in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for drizzling over tender meatballs or serving as a dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Whether you’re hosting a luau-inspired gathering or spicing up weeknight dinners, this tropical glaze is sure to steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, and soy sauce until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until fully combined to create a slurry. Set this aside as well.
Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat and pour in the pineapple juice mixture.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Add the diced green and red bell peppers along with the pineapple chunks to the saucepan. Let everything cook together for about 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables slightly soften but still remain vibrant.
While the sauce is simmering, gradually add the cornstarch slurry, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
Allow the sauce to cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
Remove the sauce from the heat and let it cool slightly before pouring it over cooked meatballs or serving on the side as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1436 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.0 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 171.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 995 mg | 21% | |
*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.
