Sweet And Sour Meatballs: A Deliciously Tangy and Savory Dish

Juicy meatballs and a zesty, aromatic sauce including colorful bell peppers and bits of pineapple make for a delicious mix in sweet and sour meatballs. This recipe is likely to please everyone and is ideal for family meals or get-togethers. Put these ingredients together to make a tasty dinner that will please everyone.

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large onion (shredded or finely chopped)

• 2 large eggs
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Sweet And Sour Sauce:

• • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)

• ⅓ cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• ¼ cup pineapple juice (from canned pineapple)
• ½ teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt

For the Main Dish:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large onion (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)

• 1 medium green bell pepper (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• ½ cup pineapple chunks

Instructions:

Get the meatballs ready:

• Ground beef, breadcrumbs, shredded or finely diced onion, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper should all be combined in a large mixing dish. To ensure a uniform dispersion of flavors, mix well until all ingredients are properly blended.
• Roll the mixture into homogeneous spheres by rolling it between your hands, roughly the size of an inch for each little meatball. The meatballs should be placed on a baking sheet that has been oiled or covered with parchment paper.

Prepare the meatballs:

• Set oven temperature to 400°F, or 200°C. Place the meatballs in an arrangement on a baking sheet that has been gently oiled or covered with parchment paper. This will guarantee simple cleaning and stop them from sticking.

Upper and Lower Parts of the Form

• Make sure they are equally cooked and have a good, golden outside by baking them in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.
• Upper and Lower Parts of the Form
  An alternative is to pan-fry them in batches in a skillet with a little oil until they are well cooked and browned on both sides.

Assemble the Sour and Sweet Sauce:

• Mix the rice vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, tomato paste, pineapple juice, cornstarch, and salt in a medium-sized bowl until well blended and smooth. Put aside.

Prepare the Veggies:

• Heat the vegetable oil in a big skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion. The garlic should be aromatic and the onion should be softened after two to three minutes of sautéing.
• When the bell peppers are crisp-tender, add the red and green bell peppers to the pan and cook for an additional three to four minutes.
• Mix Everything Together: Transfer the cooked meatballs to the pan along with the veggies. Make sure the meatballs and veggies are well covered by liberally dousing them with sweet and sour sauce.
• Make sure the meatballs are well covered with sauce by giving the mixture a little swirl. To the skillet, add the pieces of pineapple.
• Once the mixture reaches a simmer, cook it for five to seven minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the ingredients are well cooked.

Serve:

Serve heated noodles or steamed rice with the sweet and sour meatballs.
If preferred, top the meal with a sprinkling of sesame seeds or chopped green onions for a visual and taste boost. This will improve the meal’s flavor and presentation.
In summary

Meatballs with a tangy sweetness sauce, pineapple and bell peppers that are fresh, and savory ingredients all come together to create a delightful and filling meal called sweet and sour meatballs. This recipe is great for family dinners and is guaranteed to please adults and children alike. Savor this tasty and simple-to-make dish for a lovely meal. Salutations!