Souper Easy Sweet Sour Meatballs
Transform your weeknight dinners with this "Souper Easy Sweet Sour Meatballs" recipe, a delightful blend of hearty flavors and tangy sweetness! These tender homemade meatballs, crafted from seasoned ground beef and breadcrumbs, are browned to perfection before simmering in a luscious sweet-and-sour sauce made with pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ready to serve in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for busy nights or casual entertaining. Serve these irresistible meatballs over fluffy rice, tender noodles, or alongside crisp steamed veggies for a meal that's as comforting as it is vibrant. Whether you're seeking an easy dinner idea or a crowd-pleasing dish, this recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup ketchup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and set aside.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pan over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, ketchup, soy sauce, vinegar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Pour the sauce mixture over the meatballs in the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Gradually stir the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Serve hot over rice, noodles, or with a side of steamed vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1973 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 4096 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.6 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.0 g | ||
| Protein | 85.8 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1589 mg | 34% | |
*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.
