Delicious Sweet and Sour Meatballs Recipe

Enjoy the perfect combination of sweetness and tanginess with these homemade sweet and sour meatballs. Made with a flavorful blend of ground meat, breadcrumbs, and spices, these meatballs are then coated in a sticky and tangy sweet and sour sauce. Serve them as an appetizer, main course, or even as a party snack. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
• 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
2. Mix the ingredients well using your hands until everything is evenly combined.
3. Shape the mixture into bite-sized meatballs.
4. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat.
5. Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, add the ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, pineapple chunks, chopped bell pepper, and chopped onion. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce is well combined and heated through.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth.
8. Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet and stir well.
9. Return the meatballs to the skillet and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
10. Serve the sweet and sour meatballs hot, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.

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