Meatloaf W Sweet and Sour Sauce
Savor the ultimate comfort food with a tantalizing twist in this Meatloaf with Sweet and Sour Sauce recipe. This classic dish takes tender, juicy ground beef—perfectly seasoned with onion, garlic, and a blend of breadcrumbs, milk, and eggs—and elevates it with a luscious sweet and tangy glaze made from ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Baked to golden perfection, the meatloaf is finished with an extra drizzle of the rich sauce for a glossy, mouthwatering topping. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, this hearty main dish is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a satisfying meal prep option. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, eggs, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently using your hands until everything is just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatloaf tender.
Transfer the meat mixture into the prepared loaf pan and press it down gently to shape it evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the ketchup, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to create the sweet and sour sauce.
Spread half of the sweet and sour sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf, reserving the other half for later.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes, remove the meatloaf from the oven and spread the remaining sweet and sour sauce over the top.
Return the meatloaf to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatloaf from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meatloaf moist.
Serve warm with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 203.9 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.8 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1015 mg | 338% | |
| Sodium | 5379 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 77.9 g | ||
| Protein | 188.0 g | 376% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 25.3 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 2892 mg | 62% | |
*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.
