Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Welcome to an exploration of one of the most delightful and versatile dishes you can make in your kitchen: Tangy Bliss Meatballs. This recipe perfectly balances sweet and sour flavors, creating a culinary experience that tantalizes your taste buds and satisfies your cravings. Whether you are hosting a dinner party, preparing a family meal, or simply looking for a quick and delicious dish, Tangy Bliss Meatballs will elevate any occasion.

Discover the delightful Tangy Bliss Meatballs, a perfect blend of sweet and sour flavors that will tantalize your taste buds! This versatile dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer, paired with rice for a hearty meal, or nestled in a sub for a tasty sandwich. Made with ground beef or turkey and coated in a luscious sweet and sour sauce featuring pineapple juice and rice vinegar, these meatballs bring vibrant flavors and nutrition to any table. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy, scrumptious recipe!

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Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a lighter option)

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 large egg

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

For the Sweet and Sour Sauce:

1 cup pineapple juice

1/2 cup rice vinegar

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup soy sauce

2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)

1/2 bell pepper, diced (red or green)

1/2 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon minced ginger

Instructions

Prepare the Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, garlic, onion powder, black pepper, salt, Italian seasoning, and chopped parsley. Mix by hand until well combined but do not over-mix. Form the mixture into bite-sized meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter).

Bake the Meatballs: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until browned and cooked through, turning halfway for even cooking.

Make the Sweet and Sour Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pineapple juice, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced ginger, and sesame oil. Stir until the brown sugar is dissolved and the mixture starts to simmer.

Thicken the Sauce: Whisk in the cornstarch slurry until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Add in diced bell pepper and pineapple, simmer for an additional 2 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

Combine: To the saucepan with the sweet and sour sauce, add the baked meatballs. Gently toss to coat the meatballs evenly in the sauce.

Serve: Transfer the sweet and sour meatballs to a serving dish. Serve hot over steamed rice, quinoa, or with toothpicks as an appetizer. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 40 minutes | 4-6 servings